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BF06 YVX

2006 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,027 mi
Last recorded138,027 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF06 YVX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 138,027 miles

both rear brake discs slightly pitted

exhaust system flanges are corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2014 120,358 miles

exhaust system is slightly corroded in places

Pass 4 Sep 2013 107,416 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 99,985 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2013 99,714 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 84,914 miles

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

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

battery clap loose

head lamp leveling warning lamp on

steering lock loose

Pass 21 Mar 2011 75,787 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 68,399 miles

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

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

parking brake travel long

Pass 13 Mar 2009 57,801 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 56,662 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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BF06 YVX is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BF06 YVX, 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

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What year was BF06 YVX registered?

BF06 YVX is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 8 March 2006.

Is BF06 YVX safe to buy?

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