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PX53 UYN

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

112,978 mi
Last recorded112,978 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 UYN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 112,978 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 107,624 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

rear brake discs rusted

unable to check condition of brake pads

Pass 19 Feb 2018 104,927 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 94,611 miles

EML Present

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 85,957 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2016 85,957 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 75,732 miles

centre seatbelt routing not correct but belt functions

number plate characters correct size and font but spacing slightly incorrect - advise replacement

Fail 2 Feb 2015 75,732 miles

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

centre seatbelt routing not correct but belt functions

number plate characters correct size and font but spacing slightly incorrect - advise replacement

Pass 17 Jan 2014 67,377 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 61,933 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 56,211 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 50,779 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 50,779 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 45,018 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 37,804 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 31,527 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 26,043 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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PX53 UYN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PX53 UYN, 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 PX53 UYN registered?

PX53 UYN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is PX53 UYN safe to buy?

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