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KP53 BWW

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

165,737 mi
Last recorded165,737 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 BWW
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2019 165,737 miles

Front Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust starting to corroded

under car starting to corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2018 155,054 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 139,200 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 139,200 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 122,412 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 106,824 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 102,506 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 96,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 96,220 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 83,335 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 72,979 miles

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

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

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

rear discs slightly worn

Pass 9 Aug 2010 58,191 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 53,240 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 45,530 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 36,812 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2007 36,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 28,265 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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KP53 BWW is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KP53 BWW, 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 KP53 BWW registered?

KP53 BWW is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is KP53 BWW safe to buy?

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