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CK03 SPV

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,625 mi
Last recorded139,625 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK03 SPV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 139,625 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlights cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2025 139,625 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlights cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 130,078 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 117,216 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlights cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 117,214 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlights cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 106,008 miles

rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2021 96,773 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust section corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2020 90,386 miles

Child seat fitted to N/S/R preventing full inspection of adult belt.

Offside Rear Coil spring incorrectly positioned.

Fail 3 Nov 2020 90,380 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Child seat fitted to N/S/R preventing full inspection of adult belt.

MIL illuminated

Offside Rear Coil spring incorrectly positioned.

Pass 29 Apr 2019 80,387 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 70,798 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 63,894 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 14 Apr 2016 61,337 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 14 Apr 2016 61,337 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 Apr 2015 58,597 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2014 55,861 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 53,234 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Apr 2012 50,627 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 47,502 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 42,923 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 38,787 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 34,107 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 28,368 miles

advise n/s front tyre

advise n/s rear tyre

Pass 13 Apr 2006 20,429 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Forester?

Based on 456,470 MOT tests across 33,044 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,679
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
33,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,106
Registration plate lamp not working 6,977
position lamp(s) not working 6,967
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,820
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,429
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CK03 SPV is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 90,591 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Forester fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CK03 SPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Forester typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CK03 SPV registered?

CK03 SPV is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is CK03 SPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK03 SPV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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