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FD03 FET

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,691 mi
Last recorded115,691 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 FET
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 115,691 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 101,198 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

offside front wheel rim damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2013 101,198 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

offside front wheel rim damaged

Pass 14 May 2012 89,119 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 May 2011 75,647 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 64,699 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 54,369 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 45,631 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 36,174 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 27,453 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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FD03 FET is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FD03 FET, 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 FD03 FET registered?

FD03 FET is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is FD03 FET safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 FET shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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