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LE53 GZN

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

138,353 mi
Last recorded138,353 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE53 GZN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 138,353 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

both rear diff rubber mountings starting to detach

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Fail 5 Nov 2024 138,353 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

both rear diff rubber mountings starting to detach

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2023 134,943 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 134,943 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 133,495 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms pin and bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going in to 4 way connector slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 129,396 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 129,396 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 126,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 126,007 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 121,161 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 113,904 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 107,391 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 100,643 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 100,643 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 93,104 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 82,586 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 82,586 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 72,873 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 68,236 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 61,320 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 53,797 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 46,505 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 37,634 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 30,145 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 22,296 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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LE53 GZN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 90,591 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LE53 GZN, 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 LE53 GZN registered?

LE53 GZN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is LE53 GZN safe to buy?

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