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AK55 EFM

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,741 mi
Last recorded144,741 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 EFM
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 144,741 miles

Engine cover fitted preventing full access of drive belts

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak from engine bay

Fail 30 Oct 2015 144,741 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Offside washer jet does not provide fluid (8.2.3)

Engine cover fitted preventing full access of drive belts

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak from engine bay

Pass 26 Sep 2014 140,017 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 139,136 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 137,408 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 136,934 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 123,362 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 110,491 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 83,773 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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AK55 EFM is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AK55 EFM, 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 AK55 EFM registered?

AK55 EFM is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is AK55 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 EFM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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