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43 SYB

2004 Subaru Outback

Gold Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,226 mi
Last recorded108,226 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Subaru Outback92,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration43 SYB
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 108,226 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front no plate cracked/damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 103,359 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 103,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 99,247 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 94,937 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 91,368 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 91,368 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 84,974 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 78,340 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 71,999 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2013 65,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2012 59,706 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 53,350 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 46,203 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 40,354 miles

o/s/f tyre tread low inner edge

stone chips screen

Pass 12 Nov 2008 33,237 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f outer brake pad low

Pass 9 Nov 2007 25,567 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 25,564 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Subaru Outback?

Based on 130,193 MOT tests across 11,131 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
7,615
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,791
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 1,553
Registration plate lamp not working 1,444
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,295
position lamp(s) not working 962
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43 SYB is a 2004 Subaru Outback in Gold with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Outback models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 92,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Outback fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,791 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 43 SYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Outback typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Subaru Outback is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 43 SYB registered?

43 SYB is a 2004 Subaru Outback, first registered on 4 November 2004.

Is 43 SYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 43 SYB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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