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WP03 RNF

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

148,408 mi
Last recorded148,408 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP03 RNF
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 148,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 18 Aug 2017 148,407 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 136,421 miles

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

Offside Rear differential output shaft seal leaking oil.

Rear Exhaust system mounting point rotted off the system pipe, in front of the rear silencer.

Rear General under body surface corrosion.

The bonnet release cable does not freely return.

Pass 21 Aug 2015 126,946 miles

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 14 Jul 2015 126,943 miles

Exhaust shield causing vibration noise.

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

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)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 112,549 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

Pass 2 Jul 2013 98,646 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 84,529 miles

0il leak from differential.

Fail 5 Jul 2012 84,529 miles

0il leak from differential.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 73,943 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 62,904 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jul 2009 53,322 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 43,235 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 32,795 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 27,409 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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WP03 RNF is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WP03 RNF, 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 WP03 RNF registered?

WP03 RNF is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 18 July 2003.

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The MOT history for WP03 RNF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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