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HK03 YCM

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

114,744 mi
Last recorded114,744 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 YCM
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 114,744 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 112,632 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 111,414 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2023 108,168 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 104,808 miles

Covers obscuring view

Pass 22 Jun 2021 102,934 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 99,979 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 97,071 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2019 110,824 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety injector leaking (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2018 92,446 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 88,759 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 88,715 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 84,746 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 80,766 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 76,764 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

front brake discs corroding on inner face

Pass 2 Jul 2013 72,976 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 66,115 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 58,811 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 51,113 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 44,161 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 37,621 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 30,489 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 24,361 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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HK03 YCM is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 HK03 YCM, 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

How do I check the history of HK03 YCM?

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What year was HK03 YCM registered?

HK03 YCM is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is HK03 YCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 YCM shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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