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VN03 HMV

2003 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

170,970 mi
Last recorded170,970 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 HMV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 170,970 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Aug 2016 170,918 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Backing sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Backing sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 162,345 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 162,340 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 155,268 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 148,657 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 140,148 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 130,408 miles

cut in tread on nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 Apr 2010 116,009 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 104,360 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 88,414 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 88,414 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 62,223 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 45,761 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 45,761 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VN03 HMV is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 VN03 HMV, 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 VN03 HMV registered?

VN03 HMV is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is VN03 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN03 HMV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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