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BD56 TXT

2006 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

205,766 mi
Last recorded205,766 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 TXT
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 205,766 miles

Engine light on

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 192,202 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 192,202 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and Centre (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 190,852 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 181,575 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Nov 2014 168,493 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 168,493 miles

Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 147,869 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust deteriorating.

Fail 20 Nov 2013 147,869 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

exhaust deteriorating.

Pass 21 Nov 2012 124,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 99,395 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 71,159 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 44,913 miles

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

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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BD56 TXT is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BD56 TXT, 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 BD56 TXT registered?

BD56 TXT is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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