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BF56 EVT

2006 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

115,870 mi
Last recorded115,870 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 EVT
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 115,870 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 110,614 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 23 Feb 2017 105,326 miles

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

Offside 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)

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 19 Feb 2016 99,996 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 93,637 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 93,245 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rust area building up on both rear brake discs

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2013 90,952 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 90,952 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 84,389 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Sep 2011 83,503 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 73,493 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 60,400 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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BF56 EVT is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BF56 EVT, 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 BF56 EVT registered?

BF56 EVT is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is BF56 EVT safe to buy?

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