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GU53 LBN

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,722 mi
Last recorded151,722 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 LBN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2018 151,722 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 142,689 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box getting rusty (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 133,684 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 125,218 miles

engine warning light on

Pass 22 Sep 2014 113,891 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 103,830 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 93,869 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 80,888 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 66,774 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 52,355 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 38,191 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 31,372 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 21,620 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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GU53 LBN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GU53 LBN, 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

How do I check the history of GU53 LBN?

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What year was GU53 LBN registered?

GU53 LBN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is GU53 LBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 LBN shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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