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LB52 XXZ

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

141,670 mi
Last recorded141,670 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 XXZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 141,670 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall and bald on inner edge

Fail 27 Feb 2018 141,670 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall and bald on inner edge

Pass 17 Feb 2017 138,275 miles

offside rear tyre excessively worn on inner edge

Fail 17 Feb 2017 138,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

offside rear tyre excessively worn on inner edge

Fail 17 Feb 2017 138,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

offside rear tyre excessively worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Jan 2010 55,391 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 55,388 miles

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

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 44,196 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 32,922 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 24,447 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 16,795 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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LB52 XXZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LB52 XXZ, 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 LB52 XXZ registered?

LB52 XXZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 February 2003.

Is LB52 XXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB52 XXZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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