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RO03 EKX

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,124 mi
Last recorded40,124 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2009
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 EKX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2009 40,124 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 30,194 miles

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

airbag warning light staying on

Pass 27 Jul 2007 26,907 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 23,038 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 23,038 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 EKX is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EKX, 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 EKX registered?

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

Is RO03 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 EKX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RO03 EKX have outstanding finance?

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