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KH03 HPK

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

194,010 mi
Last recorded194,010 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH03 HPK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 194,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 189,802 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 189,802 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 184,351 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 180,211 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 171,307 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 164,667 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 158,794 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 153,379 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 147,271 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 140,150 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 133,280 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 128,422 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 128,422 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 122,954 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 117,161 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2013 117,161 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 109,762 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 102,581 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 93,374 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 79,430 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 79,430 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 65,504 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 51,633 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 40,717 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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KH03 HPK is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 KH03 HPK, 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 KH03 HPK registered?

KH03 HPK is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is KH03 HPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH03 HPK shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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