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VO53 MLN

2003 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,341 mi
Last recorded163,341 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO53 MLN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2014 163,341 miles

both front headlamp glasses poor reflections & damaged

drivers window wont go down

engine oil level on min

tow bar & ball fitted ok

Pass 5 Sep 2012 148,739 miles

tow bar & ball fitted ok

Pass 17 Aug 2011 134,080 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 112,283 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 93,352 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 93,352 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 80,327 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 63,614 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 48,114 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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VO53 MLN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VO53 MLN, 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 VO53 MLN registered?

VO53 MLN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is VO53 MLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO53 MLN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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