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LW53 ZFA

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,903 mi
Last recorded58,903 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW53 ZFA
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 58,903 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2018 58,903 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 May 2017 55,433 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 51,463 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 51,134 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 46,955 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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LW53 ZFA is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LW53 ZFA, 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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How do I check the history of LW53 ZFA?

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What year was LW53 ZFA registered?

LW53 ZFA is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 15 November 2003.

Is LW53 ZFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW53 ZFA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LW53 ZFA have outstanding finance?

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