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AD05 YBE

2005 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,552 mi
Last recorded89,552 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 YBE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2015 89,552 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 80,668 miles

nearside front tyre worn inner and outer edge

offside front tyre worn very low inner edge

Pass 4 Mar 2013 72,457 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

one rear exhaust mounting insecure

Pass 5 Mar 2012 65,135 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 55,547 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 44,946 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 38,391 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 31,811 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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AD05 YBE is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 85,563 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 AD05 YBE, 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 21 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 AD05 YBE registered?

AD05 YBE is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AD05 YBE safe to buy?

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