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OW03 KWL

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

252,760 mi
Last recorded252,760 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 KWL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 252,760 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 252,759 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 242,887 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 236,114 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 227,718 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 219,832 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 209,951 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 195,810 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 178,371 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 178,370 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2013 160,944 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 140,401 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 119,557 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 99,827 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 87,812 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 77,582 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 64,626 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 49,730 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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OW03 KWL is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OW03 KWL, 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 OW03 KWL registered?

OW03 KWL is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is OW03 KWL safe to buy?

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