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LK53 MDV

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

110,738 mi
Last recorded110,738 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 MDV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 110,738 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion on rear silincer

Pass 16 Nov 2018 106,879 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounting corroded and broken off (temporary repair carried out) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear back box outer skin corroded but not blowing

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 100,301 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 100,301 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 90,396 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 80,559 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 79,585 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 79,558 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 74,824 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 68,637 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 55,637 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 47,424 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 35,850 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 26,254 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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LK53 MDV is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LK53 MDV, 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 LK53 MDV registered?

LK53 MDV is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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