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HY53 VWX

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

160,626 mi
Last recorded160,626 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 VWX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 160,626 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2015 160,626 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 153,235 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Sep 2014 153,041 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on inner edge.Ok at time of test.

Pass 29 Aug 2013 145,463 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

clutch pedal rubber missing.

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge.Ok at time of test.

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge.Ok at time of test.

offside front tyre worn on inner edge.Ok at time of test.

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge.Ok at time of test.

Pass 14 Sep 2012 139,669 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 131,760 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 131,755 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 122,633 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 114,269 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 92,038 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 65,295 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 50,223 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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HY53 VWX is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green 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 HY53 VWX, 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 HY53 VWX registered?

HY53 VWX is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is HY53 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY53 VWX 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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