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CW52 FZD

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,028 mi
Last recorded93,028 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW52 FZD
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 93,028 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 84,620 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rears (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 76,131 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 70,720 miles

Rear crossmember slight corrosion.

Pass 14 Feb 2013 68,575 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 65,579 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 61,805 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 58,267 miles

N/S/F TYRE HAS SLIGHT CUTS IN SIDE WALL

N/S/R TYRE HAS SLIGHT CUTS IN SIDE WALL

O/S/F TYRE HAS SLIGHT CUTS IN SIDE WALL

Pass 24 Feb 2009 53,768 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 53,768 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 49,368 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 49,368 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 44,272 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 35,398 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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CW52 FZD is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CW52 FZD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CW52 FZD?

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What year was CW52 FZD registered?

CW52 FZD is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 February 2003.

Is CW52 FZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW52 FZD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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