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SK03 ZNJ

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

146,771 mi
Last recorded146,771 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK03 ZNJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 146,771 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 128,858 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 128,858 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 111,514 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 92,757 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2013 84,586 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 84,586 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 75,557 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 66,115 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 23 Aug 2011 66,115 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 56,215 miles

rear number plate deteriorated

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

Fail 5 Aug 2010 56,215 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 26 Aug 2009 47,035 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 45,713 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 43,514 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 41,347 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 38,270 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 36,598 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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SK03 ZNJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SK03 ZNJ, 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 SK03 ZNJ registered?

SK03 ZNJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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The MOT history for SK03 ZNJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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