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VA03 XKH

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

138,900 mi
Last recorded138,900 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 XKH
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 138,900 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 130,573 miles

Exhaust corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 122,076 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2013 113,673 miles

Exhaust corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 105,666 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 96,266 miles

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Fail 15 Jun 2011 95,719 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 23 Jun 2010 84,262 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 70,671 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 59,182 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 46,746 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 34,073 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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VA03 XKH is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VA03 XKH, 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 VA03 XKH registered?

VA03 XKH is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is VA03 XKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 XKH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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