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PX03 KZB

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,668 mi
Last recorded123,668 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX03 KZB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2014 123,668 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

tow bar corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2013 122,122 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

oil leaking on to the exhaust

wiper split

Pass 20 Aug 2012 113,220 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 103,578 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 103,578 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 91,644 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 80,601 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2009 80,601 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 69,526 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 56,591 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 40,992 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 40,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 26,363 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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PX03 KZB is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PX03 KZB, 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 PX03 KZB registered?

PX03 KZB is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is PX03 KZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX03 KZB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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