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SY03 TFU

2003 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

221,239 mi
Last recorded221,239 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 TFU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 221,239 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 209,875 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 198,819 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 190,799 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 182,584 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 174,744 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 169,770 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 162,612 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 156,002 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 156,002 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 153,526 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 153,526 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 140,760 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 117,149 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 117,149 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 91,816 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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SY03 TFU is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SY03 TFU, 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 SY03 TFU registered?

SY03 TFU is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is SY03 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY03 TFU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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