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AK04 BTU

2004 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,729 mi
Last recorded139,729 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2012
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 BTU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2012 139,729 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 129,149 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 11,433 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 94,265 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 76,803 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 53,318 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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AK04 BTU is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 88,952 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 AK04 BTU, 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 22 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 AK04 BTU registered?

AK04 BTU is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 18 March 2004.

Is AK04 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK04 BTU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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