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HJ03 BHW

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,258 mi
Last recorded127,258 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 BHW
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 127,258 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner and outter edges

front brake pads look low

Pass 4 May 2012 115,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 May 2011 109,384 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 97,176 miles

number plates changed for mot

Pass 11 May 2009 87,112 miles

number plates changed for test

Pass 7 May 2008 76,282 miles

Nearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advise plates fitted at time test correct set plates in car incorrect

Pass 11 May 2007 64,601 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 55,988 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 2 May 2006 55,988 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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HJ03 BHW is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HJ03 BHW, 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 HJ03 BHW registered?

HJ03 BHW is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 April 2003.

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The MOT history for HJ03 BHW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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