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LR52 RXU

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

134,633 mi
Last recorded134,633 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 RXU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 134,633 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front headlamp washer jet defective

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2019 134,633 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Undertray likely to become detached rear exhaust heat shield adrift (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front headlamp washer jet defective

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

petrol flap release lever cover coming adrift

Pass 27 Sep 2018 125,732 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 119,178 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2017 119,178 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 111,807 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

steering rack bushes worn

Pass 20 Nov 2015 106,996 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 106,996 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 102,541 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 102,541 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 97,825 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2013 97,679 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 97,679 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 58,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 58,224 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 30,046 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 30,046 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 17,622 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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LR52 RXU is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 LR52 RXU, 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.

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What year was LR52 RXU registered?

LR52 RXU is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LR52 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 RXU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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