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K14 MFC

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

83,570 mi
Last recorded83,570 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK14 MFC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 83,570 miles

check engine light

Fail 3 Apr 2024 83,570 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

check engine light

Pass 27 Jul 2018 81,249 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 81,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 71,733 miles

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

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 13 May 2016 74,759 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 69,595 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 67,770 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 67,766 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)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 66,412 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 66,408 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)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 65,318 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 64,665 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 64,660 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 64,348 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 64,217 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 63,803 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 60,968 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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K14 MFC is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 K14 MFC, 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 K14 MFC registered?

K14 MFC is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is K14 MFC safe to buy?

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