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YG53 FWN

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,622 mi
Last recorded128,622 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG53 FWN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 128,622 miles

Offside Rear heavily cambered

Fail 24 Aug 2015 128,622 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear heavily cambered

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 111,350 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2014 111,350 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Aug 2013 97,135 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 97,135 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 80,836 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 69,733 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 60,545 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 51,311 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 44,871 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 37,227 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 27,632 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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YG53 FWN 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 76.9%.

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 YG53 FWN, 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 YG53 FWN registered?

YG53 FWN is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is YG53 FWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG53 FWN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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