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FE03 PRZ

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

175,400 mi
Last recorded175,400 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 PRZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 175,400 miles

engine management light illuminated

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 11 Jun 2015 164,311 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

Fail 8 Jun 2015 164,186 miles

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

engine management light illuminated

front brake discs slightly lipped

Pass 7 Jun 2014 157,333 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 150,356 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

engine check light on

Fail 9 Jun 2012 144,499 miles

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

front brake pads slight wear & front brake discs slight wear.

Pass 9 Jun 2012 144,499 miles

front brake pads slight wear & front brake discs slight wear.

Pass 7 Jun 2011 138,469 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 May 2010 121,527 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 102,511 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 89,449 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 74,445 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 74,445 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 59,029 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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FE03 PRZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel 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 FE03 PRZ, 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 FE03 PRZ registered?

FE03 PRZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is FE03 PRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 PRZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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