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KR03 KUK

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

80,164 mi
Last recorded80,164 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR03 KUK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2024 80,164 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2024 80,164 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 79,026 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 78,987 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened substantial corrosion, replacement recommended. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

headlamp beam image clarity poor.

substantial widespread general corrosion. under body and suspension components.

Pass 28 Jun 2022 77,933 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 76,787 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 75,576 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 73,900 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 70,988 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 67,228 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 59,844 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 59,844 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 50,452 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 47,279 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 45,169 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 43,085 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 39,951 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 37,340 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 33,670 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 30,571 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 26,920 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 21,371 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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KR03 KUK is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 KR03 KUK, 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 KR03 KUK registered?

KR03 KUK is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 July 2003.

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