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SF03 AWD

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

117,459 mi
Last recorded117,459 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 AWD
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 117,459 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 26 May 2023 113,935 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 113,878 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Main pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Main pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes covered (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 113,290 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 111,894 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 109,347 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 103,608 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 99,309 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 99,308 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front position lamp(s) not working both side lights (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both rear brake plates are rotten

Pass 4 Jul 2015 93,301 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front brake back plates corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2014 89,886 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 83,045 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 72,999 miles

Damage To Offside Front Wing

Fail 11 Jun 2012 72,996 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Damage To Offside Front Wing

Pass 30 Jun 2011 60,157 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Sill covers fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2011 60,157 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2010 45,598 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Sill covers fitted

Underside of car muddy

Fail 4 Aug 2010 45,595 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Both rear tyres cracked

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Sill covers fitted

Underside of car muddy

Pass 13 Oct 2009 40,987 miles

both brake pipes front to rear slightly corroded

front number plate slight water damage

Pass 14 Oct 2008 34,939 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 29,865 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 22,090 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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SF03 AWD is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 SF03 AWD, 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 SF03 AWD registered?

SF03 AWD is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is SF03 AWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 AWD shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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