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GN52 WHF

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

167,156 mi
Last recorded167,156 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 WHF
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 167,156 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 163,338 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D. rubber. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D. rubber. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 158,664 miles

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 15 Oct 2014 154,008 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 150,656 miles

Both front tyres perishing slightly

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 144,102 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 138,382 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 138,382 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 129,496 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 5 Sep 2009 115,986 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 88,390 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 69,789 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 54,167 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 54,167 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GN52 WHF is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GN52 WHF, 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 GN52 WHF registered?

GN52 WHF is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is GN52 WHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN52 WHF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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