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G3 POA

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

99,716 mi
Last recorded99,716 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 POA
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 99,716 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 97,382 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 8 Oct 2024 97,382 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2023 94,451 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 94,451 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 90,345 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 86,104 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 82,140 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 76,302 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 70,487 miles

Offside Front worne on inner edge

Pass 13 Apr 2017 66,095 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 61,377 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 56,311 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 51,404 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 46,354 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 41,339 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 35,938 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 27,673 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 24,753 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 24,753 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 22,552 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 19,537 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 15,298 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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G3 POA is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 G3 POA, 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

How do I check the history of G3 POA?

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What year was G3 POA registered?

G3 POA is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is G3 POA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 POA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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