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EF03 DHN

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

163,249 mi
Last recorded163,249 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 DHN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 163,249 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 163,158 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 147,802 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 133,624 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 133,624 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 127,038 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 123,063 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 119,487 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 111,854 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 101,186 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 91,418 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 91,418 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 81,831 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 71,911 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 61,995 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 51,218 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 40,712 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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EF03 DHN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EF03 DHN, 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

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What year was EF03 DHN registered?

EF03 DHN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is EF03 DHN safe to buy?

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