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JN53 MJN

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,664 mi
Last recorded98,664 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJN53 MJN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2022 98,664 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills towards rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

plastics protecting outer sill, carpet over turrets in boot.

Fail 4 Jan 2022 98,664 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills towards rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

plastics protecting outer sill, carpet over turrets in boot.

Pass 29 Dec 2020 89,986 miles

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2020 89,986 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 81,795 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2016 79,928 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 71,022 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 71,022 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 59,176 miles

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

Pass 11 Sep 2013 54,395 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 46,832 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 39,698 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 33,866 miles

both front tyres scrubbed off on inner edges

Pass 29 Sep 2009 28,435 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges

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

nearside front tyre worn on edges

nearside rear tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 30 Oct 2008 25,370 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 22,018 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 16,782 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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JN53 MJN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 JN53 MJN, 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.

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What year was JN53 MJN registered?

JN53 MJN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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