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SO53 GZJ

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

92,695 mi
Last recorded92,695 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 GZJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 92,695 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 79,904 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2015 79,904 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 70,132 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 58,501 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 47,657 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 47,657 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 35,558 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 35,558 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 23,820 miles

o/s/r tyre low pressure

Fail 13 Nov 2009 18,411 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 18,411 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 11,985 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 8,014 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 6,097 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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SO53 GZJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SO53 GZJ, 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 SO53 GZJ registered?

SO53 GZJ is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is SO53 GZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO53 GZJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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