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GV03 NNM

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,529 mi
Last recorded99,529 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 NNM
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 99,529 miles

Rear suspension bushes deteriorating

Fail 26 Aug 2021 99,496 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 91,440 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 91,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 84,705 miles

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Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged MIRROR CRACKED ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

WATER PUMP LEAKING

Fail 16 Aug 2019 84,705 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn offside and nearside OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE (D) BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp not working both front lamps (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached broken (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect reqs. cleaning (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm PLUS PERISHED AND CRACKED ON TREAD AND WALLS SIZE 205/70/R15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

CLUTCH HEAVY BITS AT TOP

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged MIRROR CRACKED ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

WATER PUMP LEAKING

Pass 20 Aug 2018 74,974 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 74,974 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 73,762 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 70,651 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 70,651 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 65,709 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 60,952 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 56,215 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 56,215 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 50,698 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 45,050 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 41,841 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 37,033 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 32,709 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 25,996 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 19,916 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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GV03 NNM is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV03 NNM, 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.

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What year was GV03 NNM registered?

GV03 NNM is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 15 July 2003.

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