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LY53 CHD

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

140,217 mi
Last recorded140,217 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 CHD
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 140,217 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 128,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 116,455 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 107,832 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

inside of windscreen dirty

underside of vehicle muddy not allowing full inspection of certain components

Fail 17 Dec 2013 107,832 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

inside of windscreen dirty

underside of vehicle muddy not allowing full inspection of certain components

Pass 12 Dec 2012 97,888 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 88,027 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear wheel bearing noisey

Pass 7 Dec 2010 78,168 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 67,133 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 56,809 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2007 47,991 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 35,682 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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LY53 CHD is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LY53 CHD, 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 LY53 CHD registered?

LY53 CHD is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LY53 CHD safe to buy?

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