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DE53 ENU

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,485 mi
Last recorded68,485 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 ENU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2013 68,485 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightley

Pass 3 Sep 2012 51,516 miles

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

both front tyres wearing

Fail 3 Sep 2012 51,516 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing

Pass 8 Sep 2011 39,358 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 32,884 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 29,216 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,572 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 18,178 miles

Front nimber plate starting to deteriorated

Pass 23 Nov 2006 13,142 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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DE53 ENU is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DE53 ENU, 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 DE53 ENU?

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What year was DE53 ENU registered?

DE53 ENU is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is DE53 ENU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 ENU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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