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BC04 RKX

2004 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

130,065 mi
Last recorded130,065 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 RKX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 130,065 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 130,065 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 119,084 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pedle rubber worn

Pass 29 Aug 2014 87,153 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 88,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 88,855 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 88,846 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 80,252 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 71,560 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 61,998 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 53,858 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 43,296 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 32,490 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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BC04 RKX is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BC04 RKX, 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 BC04 RKX registered?

BC04 RKX is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 11 August 2004.

Is BC04 RKX safe to buy?

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