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CX03 KNG

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,198 mi
Last recorded136,198 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 KNG
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 136,198 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 136,189 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 122,574 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 122,389 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded ferrule (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 120,401 miles

Child seat fitted

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2016 118,591 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 118,591 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 117,156 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2014 113,342 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 105,170 miles

Exhaust rear mounting is corroded

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 98,769 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 91,103 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 82,013 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 73,321 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 65,477 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 65,477 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2007 55,197 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 43,566 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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CX03 KNG is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CX03 KNG, 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 CX03 KNG registered?

CX03 KNG is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 11 June 2003.

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