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SV53 VTP

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,695 mi
Last recorded74,695 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 VTP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2016 74,695 miles

Offside Front tyre worn inside edge

Pass 21 Sep 2015 67,436 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 60,280 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 53,963 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 48,574 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 42,854 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 37,438 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 33,446 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 28,769 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 21,893 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 17,960 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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SV53 VTP is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 SV53 VTP, 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 SV53 VTP registered?

SV53 VTP is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SV53 VTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 VTP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV53 VTP have outstanding finance?

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