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GU03 YVD

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

156,115 mi
Last recorded156,115 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 YVD
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2014 156,115 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 144,933 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 132,408 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 117,226 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 116,351 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 105,246 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 92,796 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 79,839 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 63,579 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 47,758 miles

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

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

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

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

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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GU03 YVD is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GU03 YVD, 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 GU03 YVD registered?

GU03 YVD is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is GU03 YVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 YVD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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