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SV53 OML

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

159,897 mi
Last recorded159,897 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 OML
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 159,897 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2018 154,354 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both front brake backplates corroded

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 154,280 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Fuel tank insecure strap broken (7.2.1)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both front brake backplates corroded

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 146,103 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 146,103 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner undersill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner undersill (2.4.A.3)

n/s/r outer cv boot weeping grease

Pass 12 Jan 2016 139,902 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x 4 (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Jan 2016 139,902 miles

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x 4 (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 131,987 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 116,730 miles

Nearside rear seat belt lock has been repaired but should be replaced .

Fail 8 Jan 2014 116,612 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2012 93,920 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Dec 2012 93,919 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

clutch pedal rubber off/torn

Pass 19 Dec 2011 83,927 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 77,162 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 68,634 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 68,634 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 58,033 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 48,162 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 37,299 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 37,299 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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SV53 OML is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 SV53 OML, 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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SV53 OML is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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