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PN53 WUJ

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

179,886 mi
Last recorded179,886 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 WUJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 179,886 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 178,283 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 170,900 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 161,431 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 154,808 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 151,346 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 151,346 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

battery loose in carrier

Pass 11 Nov 2011 147,487 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 143,872 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 137,293 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 132,022 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 121,049 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 106,729 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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PN53 WUJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PN53 WUJ, 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 PN53 WUJ registered?

PN53 WUJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is PN53 WUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN53 WUJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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