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PF53 JGU

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

183,288 mi
Last recorded183,288 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 JGU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 183,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 183,216 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 176,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 171,505 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 163,705 miles

brake pipes front to rear covered insealer

Pass 12 Mar 2015 150,221 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 137,724 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 120,352 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 101,622 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 83,369 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 65,453 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 47,247 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 35,362 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 32,146 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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PF53 JGU is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PF53 JGU, 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.

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What year was PF53 JGU registered?

PF53 JGU is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is PF53 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF53 JGU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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