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EU53 MXW

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,397 mi
Last recorded144,397 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 MXW
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 144,397 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 125,744 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 118,480 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 109,905 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 100,622 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 100,622 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear wiper blade split and not clearing screen.

Pass 10 Jan 2014 91,046 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 81,636 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 72,858 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 63,006 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 63,006 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 52,434 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 52,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 42,140 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 32,281 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 32,197 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 32,197 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 30,854 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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EU53 MXW is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue 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 EU53 MXW, 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 EU53 MXW registered?

EU53 MXW is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is EU53 MXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 MXW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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