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HF03 YGK

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,642 mi
Last recorded143,642 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 YGK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2014 143,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 135,194 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 128,088 miles

all tyres getting low

oil leak from nearside rear diff driveshaft seal

Fail 18 Dec 2012 127,674 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

all tyres getting low

oil leak from rear diff drive shaft oil seal(nearside)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 116,095 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

slight oil leak from rear diff

Fail 23 Dec 2011 116,095 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

plastic sill covers fitted

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 20 Dec 2010 10,099 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 80,492 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 66,426 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 54,819 miles

minor damage to front windscreen noted

Pass 4 Apr 2007 49,353 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 39,572 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 39,572 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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HF03 YGK is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HF03 YGK, 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 HF03 YGK registered?

HF03 YGK is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is HF03 YGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 YGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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