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GD03 LRK

2003 Subaru Forester

Gold Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

118,217 mi
Last recorded118,217 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 LRK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 118,217 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front noplate cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 117,249 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 116,813 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 115,586 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 112,882 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 109,861 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 104,355 miles

Tyre valves starting to deterioate

Fail 3 May 2016 104,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre valves starting to deterioate

Pass 27 Apr 2015 98,615 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 91,436 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 1 May 2013 84,439 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 78,306 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 71,792 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 63,242 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 63,242 miles

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

All brake pads very and front discs worn

Nail in nearside rear tyre on edge of tread

Fail 15 Jun 2009 54,138 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 54,138 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 46,258 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 37,295 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 28,510 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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GD03 LRK is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GD03 LRK, 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 GD03 LRK registered?

GD03 LRK is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is GD03 LRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD03 LRK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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