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GY53 SBX

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,999 mi
Last recorded91,999 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 SBX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 91,999 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 90,184 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 88,385 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 86,084 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 83,347 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 80,817 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 77,980 miles

HEAD LAMP CLEANING DEVICE NOT WORKING (HID BULBS NOT FITTED)

Pass 26 Sep 2018 73,613 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 68,936 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 64,773 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 59,028 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 59,020 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 55,625 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 50,558 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 46,974 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 42,992 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 42,992 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 37,034 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 31,438 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 28,222 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 23,893 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 17,774 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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GY53 SBX is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GY53 SBX, 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 GY53 SBX registered?

GY53 SBX is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is GY53 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY53 SBX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY53 SBX have outstanding finance?

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