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SM03 GTU

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,840 mi
Last recorded129,840 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 GTU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 129,840 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2018 129,839 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 114,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 100,774 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 100,774 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 84,861 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 70,493 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 64,793 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 56,670 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 48,836 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 40,341 miles

FRONT PADS GETTING LOW

FRONT TYRES ON 2MM

Pass 23 Sep 2009 31,442 miles

front brake discs corroded

front pads worn low

Pass 29 Sep 2008 23,648 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs corroded

front brake pads worn low

Pass 28 Sep 2007 17,771 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 11,072 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 10,528 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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SM03 GTU is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SM03 GTU, 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 SM03 GTU registered?

SM03 GTU is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is SM03 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 GTU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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