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YC53 SXN

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

163,973 mi
Last recorded163,973 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 SXN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2015 163,973 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2014 148,253 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 142,736 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 142,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 135,560 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 135,560 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 123,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 114,416 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2009 105,731 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 105,731 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 94,770 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 78,357 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 78,357 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2006

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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YC53 SXN is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YC53 SXN, 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 YC53 SXN registered?

YC53 SXN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is YC53 SXN safe to buy?

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