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SW03 DLF

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,297 mi
Last recorded129,297 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 DLF
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 129,297 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2016 129,297 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both main to rear from connector to flex s (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded main to rear at connector (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking main to rear at connector (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 122,616 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Jan 2015 122,616 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 120,264 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 120,264 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 112,492 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 96,635 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 96,635 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 85,555 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 73,571 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 59,850 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 48,116 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 36,110 miles

o/s/f & n/s/f brake discs surfaces slightly pitted

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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SW03 DLF is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SW03 DLF, 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 SW03 DLF registered?

SW03 DLF is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is SW03 DLF safe to buy?

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