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ND03 VXJ

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2011
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,111 mi
Last recorded40,111 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND03 VXJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2010 40,111 miles

corrosion to all brake discs

exhaust poor condition

o/s/r shocker damp and weak

slight surface rust to brake pipes

slight wear to rear axle bushes

underbody corrosion forming

Pass 24 Jul 2009
Fail 24 Jul 2009 36,717 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION.

O/S/R SHOCK ABSORBER DAMP,SLIGHTLY WEAK.

Pass 29 Jul 2008 32,216 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 27,456 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 23,711 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 23,711 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 22,767 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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ND03 VXJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ND03 VXJ, 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 ND03 VXJ?

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What year was ND03 VXJ registered?

ND03 VXJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is ND03 VXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ND03 VXJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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