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TCZ 9662

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,089 mi
Last recorded114,089 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCZ 9662
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2020 114,089 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 105,834 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 102,035 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 99,307 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms to hub (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms to hub (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 114,872 miles

holes in both sills

nsr damper weeping

small crack in the windscreen

Pass 7 Sep 2015 87,409 miles

Brake pedal rubber is worn

Front discs back plates are in very poor condition

Nsr damper is weeping

Nsr tyre is worn on the outer edge

Rear trailing arm bushes are showing signs of wear

Pass 11 Sep 2014 80,590 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 71,326 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 70,287 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 68,828 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 55,414 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 46,994 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 39,881 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 30,003 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 21,068 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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TCZ 9662 is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 TCZ 9662, 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 TCZ 9662 registered?

TCZ 9662 is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is TCZ 9662 safe to buy?

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