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GF03 UVZ

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

84,437 mi
Last recorded84,437 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 UVZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 84,437 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2026 84,435 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 74,319 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 64,903 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 62,822 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 62,551 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 60,922 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 59,916 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

lifted folded rear seats to inspect seat belts.

Pass 15 Jan 2020 58,946 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 57,919 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 55,371 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 52,307 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 48,888 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 44,787 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 44,215 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 41,611 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 39,961 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 37,670 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 32,946 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 30,348 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 26,597 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 23,735 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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GF03 UVZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 GF03 UVZ, 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 GF03 UVZ registered?

GF03 UVZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is GF03 UVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF03 UVZ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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