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GK52 PFV

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

174,511 mi
Last recorded174,511 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 PFV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 174,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

alt belt noisy

back box 1 mount not connected other 2 mounts tie wrap up but fully supported.

both front tyres wearing on edges.

eml light on

Fail 23 Oct 2017 174,492 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded subframe (2.4.A.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking pas rack (2.3.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

alt belt noisy

back box 1 mount not connected other 2 mounts tie wrap up but fully supported.

both front tyres wearing on edges.

Pass 29 Oct 2016 161,249 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 161,249 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 147,713 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 147,706 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 31 May 2013 132,656 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

plastic over sills unable to fully examine

Pass 31 May 2012 121,093 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2011 102,806 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 79,202 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 79,233 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 65,691 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 54,780 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 49,734 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 49,734 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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GK52 PFV is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GK52 PFV, 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 GK52 PFV registered?

GK52 PFV is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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