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GP53 ULF

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

72,840 mi
Last recorded72,840 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 ULF
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 72,840 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 67,727 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 62,259 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 56,970 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2023 56,958 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2021 55,402 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 52,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2019 48,287 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 43,220 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 12 Dec 2017 42,579 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 41,873 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 41,116 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 40,436 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 39,124 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 36,862 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 34,359 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 31,924 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 28,571 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 23,587 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 18,528 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 13,370 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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GP53 ULF is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GP53 ULF, 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 GP53 ULF registered?

GP53 ULF is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is GP53 ULF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 ULF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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