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GU03 YVE

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

143,851 mi
Last recorded143,851 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 143,851 miles

underbody of vehicle muddy

Pass 23 Mar 2017 131,063 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 131,063 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 118,651 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 108,031 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 101,248 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 95,023 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 88,209 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 80,703 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 73,089 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 66,725 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 58,109 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 47,774 miles

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)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 33,083 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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GU03 YVE is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YVE, 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 YVE registered?

GU03 YVE is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is GU03 YVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 YVE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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