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ST03 LXX

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

202,403 mi
Last recorded202,403 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST03 LXX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2018 202,403 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

suspension components corroded

Pass 3 May 2017 189,378 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 May 2016 171,700 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 14 May 2015 152,898 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 138,648 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 122,780 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 106,683 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 92,882 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 79,197 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 64,005 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 49,832 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 36,152 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 10 May 2006 21,235 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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ST03 LXX is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ST03 LXX, 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 ST03 LXX registered?

ST03 LXX is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is ST03 LXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST03 LXX shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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