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RO03 EKD

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

148,123 mi
Last recorded148,123 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 EKD
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 148,123 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 134,534 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 122,426 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 113,868 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2012 113,860 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 99,864 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 85,474 miles

Electrical corosion ar battery retaining bar.

Nearside front tyre is eorn close to limits,

Offside front and nearside rear tyres are worn close to wear bars.

Rear of exhaust outer casing i corroded.

Pass 26 Oct 2009 68,601 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 64,106 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 54,042 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 43,424 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 34,386 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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RO03 EKD is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RO03 EKD, 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 RO03 EKD registered?

RO03 EKD is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is RO03 EKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 EKD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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