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SM03 GUX

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

151,678 mi
Last recorded151,678 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 151,678 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 3 May 2012 133,478 miles

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

Propshaft front joint severly worn

Pass 12 May 2011 113,983 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 94,290 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 94,290 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 78,613 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 65,328 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 33,328 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 GUX is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GUX, 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 SM03 GUX registered?

SM03 GUX is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is SM03 GUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 GUX shows 8 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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