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KW03 SXE

2003 Subaru Forester

Gold Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,401 mi
Last recorded106,401 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 SXE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 106,401 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 98,528 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2014 98,526 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 93,031 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 85,478 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 76,580 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 66,364 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 55,556 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 47,008 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 36,199 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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KW03 SXE is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KW03 SXE, 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 KW03 SXE registered?

KW03 SXE is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is KW03 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW03 SXE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KW03 SXE have outstanding finance?

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