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EG03 FOC

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,969 mi
Last recorded108,969 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 FOC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 108,969 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge and has wire in tread

windscreen chipped

Pass 23 Apr 2018 97,905 miles

front and rear tyres different sizes on same axle

Fail 6 Apr 2018 97,901 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

front and rear wheels different but same on each axles

Pass 15 Mar 2017 86,346 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 76,329 miles

back box exhaust bracket broken

towbar damaged

Pass 11 Mar 2015 68,950 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 63,340 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 57,505 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 57,505 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 52,133 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2009 48,793 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

oil level high

Pass 20 Aug 2008 43,455 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2008

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 38,153 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 30,095 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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EG03 FOC is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EG03 FOC, 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 EG03 FOC registered?

EG03 FOC is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is EG03 FOC safe to buy?

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