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NV53 OGJ

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,638 mi
Last recorded154,638 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV53 OGJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 154,638 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 138,340 miles

underside of vehicle light corrosion.

Pass 11 Jul 2013 126,112 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 125,409 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 109,706 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres worn slightly

emgine warning lamp on

Fail 25 Apr 2012 109,706 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres worn slightly

emgine warning lamp on

Pass 3 May 2011 98,342 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 79,933 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 79,933 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 63,592 miles

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

nail in osf tyre

Pass 13 Nov 2007 46,242 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 35,948 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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NV53 OGJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NV53 OGJ, 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 NV53 OGJ registered?

NV53 OGJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is NV53 OGJ safe to buy?

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