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PA03 AWX

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,637 mi
Last recorded98,637 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA03 AWX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2012 98,637 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 88,649 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Jan 2010 75,030 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 75,030 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 63,350 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 51,460 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 35,589 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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PA03 AWX is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PA03 AWX, 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 PA03 AWX?

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What year was PA03 AWX registered?

PA03 AWX is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is PA03 AWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA03 AWX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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