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VN52 FGC

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

184,790 mi
Last recorded184,790 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN52 FGC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 184,790 miles

Interior mirror missing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Aug 2015 184,787 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Mounting broken (7.1.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Interior mirror missing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 May 2014 165,163 miles

Centre mirror missing

Clutch pedal rubber missing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Wiper blades

Pass 20 May 2014 165,163 miles

Centre mirror missing

Clutch pedal rubber missing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Wiper blades

Pass 3 Apr 2013 147,913 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Wiper blades not very good

Pass 2 Mar 2012 130,927 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 111,582 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 90,327 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 71,717 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 55,824 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 55,657 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 50,895 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 42,308 miles

rear tyres perishing.

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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VN52 FGC is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VN52 FGC, 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

How do I check the history of VN52 FGC?

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What year was VN52 FGC registered?

VN52 FGC is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 January 2003.

Is VN52 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN52 FGC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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