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KD52 AXJ

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

78,768 mi
Last recorded78,768 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD52 AXJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 78,768 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 78,203 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 76,091 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 76,091 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 73,971 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 71,989 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 69,894 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 69,894 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 67,532 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 67,532 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 64,975 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 64,975 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 61,641 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 59,102 miles

rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 16 Dec 2011 55,988 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 53,274 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 49,921 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 47,570 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 45,102 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 45,102 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 42,962 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 33,748 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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KD52 AXJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KD52 AXJ, 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 KD52 AXJ registered?

KD52 AXJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is KD52 AXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD52 AXJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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