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AU56 VGV

2006 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

48,901 mi
Last recorded48,901 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 VGV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 48,901 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 47,133 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 44,630 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 43,305 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 4,040 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 38,662 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 36,652 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 33,694 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 30,883 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 27,416 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 22,798 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 22,798 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 21,347 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 20,328 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 19,057 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 17,306 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 14,964 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 11,608 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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AU56 VGV is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AU56 VGV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU56 VGV?

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What year was AU56 VGV registered?

AU56 VGV is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is AU56 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 VGV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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