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DA03 HCY

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

167,517 mi
Last recorded167,517 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 HCY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2012 167,517 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 159,100 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 141,247 miles

front & rear discs lipped & glazed

Pass 29 Jun 2009 121,001 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 121,001 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 98,535 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 78,231 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 60,436 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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DA03 HCY is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DA03 HCY, 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 DA03 HCY registered?

DA03 HCY is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is DA03 HCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 HCY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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