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GV03 XZN

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

94,885 mi
Last recorded94,885 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 XZN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 94,885 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 91,171 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 87,576 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 87,576 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 83,621 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 80,543 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 78,143 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 76,499 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 74,599 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 71,713 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 68,459 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 64,613 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 61,902 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 58,518 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2014 58,518 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 54,391 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 49,829 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Jul 2011 44,535 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 39,343 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 39,220 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2009 34,361 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 27,348 miles

rear number plate deteriorated

Fail 31 Jul 2008 27,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 24 Jul 2007 20,165 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 13,326 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 XZN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 GV03 XZN, 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 GV03 XZN registered?

GV03 XZN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is GV03 XZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV03 XZN shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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