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KS03 NXH

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,701 mi
Last recorded118,701 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2010
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Subaru
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 NXH
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2010 118,701 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 91,425 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 75,415 miles

Battery insecure

Engine management light illuminated

Engine under tray damaged/insecure

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Vehicle presented for test very dirty

Fail 17 Oct 2008 75,321 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Battery insecure

Engine management light illuminated

Engine under tray damaged/insecure

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Vehicle presented for test very dirty

Pass 21 Sep 2007 56,391 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 30,031 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 29,398 miles

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

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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KS03 NXH is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KS03 NXH, 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

How do I check the history of KS03 NXH?

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What year was KS03 NXH registered?

KS03 NXH is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is KS03 NXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 NXH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS03 NXH have outstanding finance?

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