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RX53 YKZ

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

139,682 mi
Last recorded139,682 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 YKZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 139,682 miles

crack in screen not in drivers view

Pass 4 Jan 2017 129,142 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 112,473 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 103,554 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 97,030 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 89,492 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 81,340 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 74,379 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 43,224 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 52,512 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 52,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 44,741 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 37,687 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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RX53 YKZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RX53 YKZ, 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 RX53 YKZ registered?

RX53 YKZ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is RX53 YKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 YKZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX53 YKZ have outstanding finance?

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