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AU54 OYB

2005 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

125,153 mi
Last recorded125,153 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 OYB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 125,153 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 120,622 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 115,700 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 110,071 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing edge of tread

Pass 27 Feb 2017 104,886 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 98,682 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Mar 2015 93,290 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Mar 2015 93,290 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 89,645 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 84,574 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 79,708 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 79,707 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

rear tyres perished and cracked

Pass 24 Jan 2011 71,780 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 59,409 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 59,169 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 45,034 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F fitted with steel wheel

Pass 24 Jan 2008 29,993 miles

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

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

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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AU54 OYB is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AU54 OYB, 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 AU54 OYB registered?

AU54 OYB is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 February 2005.

Is AU54 OYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU54 OYB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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