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LF53 SGY

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

217,230 mi
Last recorded217,230 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 SGY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 217,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 192,678 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2017 192,595 miles

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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 176,148 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2016 176,148 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 158,518 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 141,506 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken.

Pass 31 Aug 2013 128,908 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear Tyre worn low on inner shoulder

Pass 31 Aug 2012 110,611 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriated and slight blow and bracket weld failed

Pass 17 Aug 2011 90,108 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 87,039 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing outer shoulder

Pass 11 Dec 2009 73,801 miles

Both front tyres worn inner edges and close to legal limit

Both rear brake discs pitted. [Borderline]

Fail 4 Dec 2008 59,214 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

stone damage screen

Pass 4 Dec 2008 59,214 miles

stone damage screen

Pass 22 Jan 2008 47,419 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2007 36,252 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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LF53 SGY is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LF53 SGY, 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 LF53 SGY?

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What year was LF53 SGY registered?

LF53 SGY is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is LF53 SGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 SGY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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