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EK03 XTG

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,591 mi
Last recorded92,591 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 XTG
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 92,591 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 89,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 10 Jun 2015 89,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 87,522 miles

n/s rear chassis seems lower but no fault found

Pass 20 Jun 2013 86,725 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 86,249 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 85,218 miles

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

emissions just passed

engine managment light on

rear shock absorber slightly leaking

Pass 21 Jun 2011 83,442 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 81,732 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 79,012 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 77,765 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 74,675 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 74,675 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 65,242 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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EK03 XTG is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EK03 XTG, 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 EK03 XTG registered?

EK03 XTG is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is EK03 XTG safe to buy?

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