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OE03 VDC

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,881 mi
Last recorded124,881 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 VDC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2015 124,881 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 121,179 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 116,291 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 108,036 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 102,322 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 91,986 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 81,946 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 68,800 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 55,516 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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OE03 VDC is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OE03 VDC, 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 OE03 VDC?

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What year was OE03 VDC registered?

OE03 VDC is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is OE03 VDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE03 VDC shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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