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RE53 ABU

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

139,273 mi
Last recorded139,273 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 ABU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 139,273 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front noplate cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both front top mountings are cracking (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 133,657 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 124,537 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 116,230 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 116,230 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 109,777 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 104,292 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 98,552 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 92,646 miles

All tyres starting to deterioate

Pass 24 Nov 2015 85,754 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 79,578 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 72,264 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Nov 2013 72,264 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 66,180 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 58,945 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 51,811 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 45,696 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 38,256 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 31,881 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 24,758 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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RE53 ABU is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RE53 ABU, 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 RE53 ABU registered?

RE53 ABU is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is RE53 ABU safe to buy?

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