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YM52 GHU

2003 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,971 mi
Last recorded121,971 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Subaru Forester90,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM52 GHU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2014 121,971 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine management light indicating a fault

offside front window not working

Pass 28 Jan 2013 117,114 miles

offside front window not working

Fail 28 Jan 2013 117,114 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Coolant leak

offside front window not working

Pass 26 Jan 2012 111,580 miles

brake and clutch pedal rubbers worn

oil level on min

rear exhaust hanger broken

suspect brakes binding, unable to confirm due to four wheel drive system could cause same symptoms

Fail 26 Jan 2012 111,580 miles

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

brake and clutch pedal rubbers worn

oil level on min

rear exhaust hanger broken

suspect brakes binding, unable to confirm due to four wheel drive system could cause same symptoms

Pass 13 Jan 2011 106,598 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

front brake discs worn

front brake pads worn

Fail 13 Jan 2011 106,598 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake pedal rubber worn

front brake discs worn

front brake pads worn

Pass 18 Jan 2010 99,385 miles

o/s window not working

Pass 26 Jan 2009 91,652 miles

o/s front sidelight output low

Pass 31 Jan 2008 83,861 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 71,185 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 57,062 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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YM52 GHU is a 2003 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YM52 GHU, 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 YM52 GHU registered?

YM52 GHU is a 2003 Subaru Forester, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is YM52 GHU safe to buy?

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