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AV55 KNX

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,664 mi
Last recorded97,664 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 KNX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 97,664 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 93,486 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 83,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 72,594 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2017 72,594 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 68,185 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 64,158 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 59,707 miles

n/s and o/s front brake hose furrules has heavy corrision

n/s and o/s rear brake furrules has heavy corrision

Fail 8 Oct 2014 59,695 miles

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

n/s and o/s front brake hose furrules has heavy corrision

n/s and o/s rear brake furrules has heavy corrision

Fail 11 Oct 2013 56,200 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 56,200 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 52,305 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 45,565 miles

both front brake discs showing signs of corrosion

Pass 13 Oct 2010 39,006 miles

o/s/f brake disc starting to corrode

Pass 8 Oct 2009 33,868 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 27,335 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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AV55 KNX is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AV55 KNX, 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 AV55 KNX registered?

AV55 KNX is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 8 October 2005.

Is AV55 KNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 KNX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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