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SR03 LYK

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

151,467 mi
Last recorded151,467 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR03 LYK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 151,467 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2018 151,463 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust is becoming rusty. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 144,597 miles

Rear axle front support bushes are becoming seperated.

Fail 28 Jul 2017 144,415 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Catalytic convertor corroded and leaking. (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear axle front support bushes are becoming seperated.

Pass 26 Aug 2016 137,301 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2016 137,289 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 128,926 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 122,261 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2014 122,250 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 114,373 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 114,365 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

all brake pipes corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2012 106,170 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 89,359 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 74,982 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 62,019 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 45,487 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 31,475 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 20,667 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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SR03 LYK 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 72.2%.

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 SR03 LYK, 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 SR03 LYK registered?

SR03 LYK is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 August 2003.

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