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NG03 MHX

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

128,662 mi
Last recorded128,662 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG03 MHX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 128,662 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 125,717 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 121,974 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 120,547 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 112,447 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 102,988 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 102,988 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 91,795 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 80,139 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 68,263 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 53,354 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 46,607 miles

corrosion on brake discs

slight play in o/s front anti roll bar link

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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NG03 MHX 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 NG03 MHX, 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 NG03 MHX registered?

NG03 MHX is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is NG03 MHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG03 MHX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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