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DE03 CXW

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

155,289 mi
Last recorded155,289 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 CXW
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 155,289 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sill backs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 155,287 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sill backs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 150,211 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 150,177 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 146,519 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2017 146,519 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' sat nav (8.3.1e)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 143,636 miles

poorly fitted lpg pipes

Pass 15 Apr 2015 127,920 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 109,289 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Apr 2014 109,289 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 92,736 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 76,926 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 62,058 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 45,403 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 32,771 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 23,636 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 19,370 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 14,936 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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DE03 CXW is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red 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 DE03 CXW, 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 DE03 CXW registered?

DE03 CXW is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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