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RF03 OUV

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,180 mi
Last recorded85,180 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 OUV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 85,180 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 85,180 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 80,938 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 75,131 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 69,825 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 63,555 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 55,095 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 52,723 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 50,627 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 46,415 miles

all tyres worn low on edges (stepped tread pattern)

front brake discs & pads worn

Pass 25 Jun 2009 40,456 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 33,890 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 26,886 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 19,543 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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RF03 OUV is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red 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 RF03 OUV, 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 RF03 OUV registered?

RF03 OUV is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is RF03 OUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 OUV 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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