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RO03 EKZ

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,416 mi
Last recorded99,416 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2018 99,416 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust section getting deteriorated

Pass 8 Dec 2017 93,727 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 90,467 miles

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 15 Dec 2015 84,485 miles

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 16 Dec 2014 79,107 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 78,307 miles

EXHAUST RUSTY

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 75,410 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 72,309 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 69,413 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 65,412 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 59,848 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 51,358 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 42,673 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 EKZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EKZ, 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 EKZ registered?

RO03 EKZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is RO03 EKZ safe to buy?

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