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RL52 VKB

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,701 mi
Last recorded88,701 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 VKB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 88,701 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Surface corossion underfloor rear

Fail 5 May 2017 88,701 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Stop lamp not working Both (1.2.1b)

Surface corossion underfloor rear

Pass 19 Apr 2016 88,237 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 29 Jan 2015 87,802 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Feb 2014 86,762 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 84,589 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 79,826 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 74,874 miles

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

front brake pads getting low

Pass 28 Jan 2010 68,717 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 57,295 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 29,361 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 29,361 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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RL52 VKB is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RL52 VKB, 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 RL52 VKB registered?

RL52 VKB is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is RL52 VKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 VKB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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