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AE56 ZWV

2006 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

125,216 mi
Last recorded125,216 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 ZWV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 125,216 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner o/s and n/s near sill (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 114,768 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 106,094 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 105,786 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 105,069 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 104,576 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 102,497 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 97,533 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 97,533 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 88,593 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2017 88,593 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 77,937 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 68,116 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 59,930 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 52,356 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 44,039 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 33,709 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 23,777 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 20,239 miles

light line markings on nearside of windscreen in swept area,though not effecting drivers view

nearside rear tyre devoid of tread on inner shoulder and worn outer shoulder

Fail 15 Oct 2009 20,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

light line markings on nearside of windscreen in swept area,though not effecting drivers view

nearside rear tyre devoid of tread on outer shoulder,and worn inner shouldser

offside front tyre devoiding of tread on inner shoulder, and worn outer shoulder

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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AE56 ZWV is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 82,251 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 AE56 ZWV, 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 20 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE56 ZWV registered?

AE56 ZWV is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 November 2006.

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