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GV52 UGU

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

96,956 mi
Last recorded96,956 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 UGU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2022 96,956 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 95,133 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 91,810 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 88,930 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 85,561 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 81,871 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 7 Jul 2015 77,597 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 74,062 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 70,269 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 66,822 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 63,641 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 60,504 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 57,631 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 52,893 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 41,524 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 36,969 miles

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

Offside Front 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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GV52 UGU is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GV52 UGU, 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 GV52 UGU registered?

GV52 UGU is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is GV52 UGU safe to buy?

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