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AK04 BWX

2004 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

139,735 mi
Last recorded139,735 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 BWX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2015 139,735 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 139,732 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 134,665 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 14 Feb 2013 129,575 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 126,474 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 121,651 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 117,702 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 113,316 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 109,465 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 103,819 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 BWX is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BWX, 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.

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What year was AK04 BWX registered?

AK04 BWX is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 April 2004.

Is AK04 BWX safe to buy?

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