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RO03 EKT

2003 Subaru Forester

Maroon Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

89,388 mi
Last recorded89,388 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 EKT
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 89,388 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2026 89,388 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working Front windscreen washers not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 87,342 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 84,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nsf tyre is low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Osf tyre is cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Osr inner sill by inner wheel are is corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box is corroded and has minor blow (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both rear inner wheel arches (front of arches) is corroded/hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres are low on edges and cracking/cuts in tread and sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2023 82,792 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nsf tyre low on edge and has marks on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nsr inner wheel arch is corroded at the top (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Osf tyre has marks on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres cracking in sidewalls and in tread ,both low on edges uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2022 80,758 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 May 2022 80,718 miles

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Osr inner sill by suspension mounting has excessive corrosion/hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nsr inner sill by rear suspension arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2021 78,451 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both no plates starting to deteriorate (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 May 2020 77,195 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside rear brake ferrule deteriorating.

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 May 2019 74,928 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 69,632 miles

service brake pedal anti-slip has small split worn in but not yet excessive

Pass 4 May 2017 64,698 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 60,527 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 60,527 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Apr 2015 55,648 miles

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

rear exhaust silencer hanger corroded but system still adequately supported

Fail 21 Apr 2015 55,643 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

rear exhaust silencer hanger corroded but system still adequately supported

Pass 24 Apr 2014 51,337 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 47,630 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 42,068 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 37,206 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 32,903 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 29,890 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 26,426 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 21,080 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 15,983 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 EKT is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Maroon with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 EKT, 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 RO03 EKT registered?

RO03 EKT is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 6 May 2003.

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