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AF05 XKT

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,718 mi
Last recorded77,718 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XKT
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 77,718 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

n/s rear tyre worn on outer edge

tail exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2017 74,725 miles

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

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

eml on

Pass 27 Oct 2016 71,083 miles

eml on

front number plate broken

Pass 8 Oct 2015 66,545 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 61,820 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 57,282 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 53,376 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 53,376 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 50,342 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 47,336 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 43,475 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 39,938 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 34,251 miles

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

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

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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AF05 XKT is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AF05 XKT, 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.

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What year was AF05 XKT registered?

AF05 XKT is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is AF05 XKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 XKT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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