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VN03 VGP

2003 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

193,908 mi
Last recorded193,908 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 VGP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 193,908 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 186,164 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 178,211 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 166,965 miles

Engine management lamp illuminated

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 156,183 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 146,177 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 136,276 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken + rear exhaust deterioated

Fail 1 Nov 2016 136,046 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear exhaust bracket broken + rear exhaust deterioated

Pass 30 Nov 2015 124,073 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 120,019 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2015 120,019 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 112,286 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 104,930 miles

FRONT PADS WEARING LOW

Fail 6 Apr 2012 96,306 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2012 96,306 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 82,055 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISC WORN

Pass 26 Apr 2010 66,495 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 53,702 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 53,702 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 38,204 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 29,043 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 12,209 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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VN03 VGP is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VN03 VGP, 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 VN03 VGP registered?

VN03 VGP is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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The MOT history for VN03 VGP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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