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BK55 ZWL

2005 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

81,846 mi
Last recorded81,846 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 ZWL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 81,846 miles

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 May 2025 81,029 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2025 81,029 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 80,406 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 80,007 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 80,006 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 79,743 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 79,743 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 75,339 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Mar 2021 75,339 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 72,982 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 Sep 2019 72,971 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Sep 2018 70,639 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2018 70,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 69,403 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 65,790 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Sep 2015 60,974 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 57,723 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 53,033 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 49,041 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 43,619 miles

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

front braake ddiscs pitted

Pass 2 Sep 2010 39,275 miles

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

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

front brake discs liped

Fail 2 Sep 2010 39,275 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

front brake discs liped

Pass 2 Sep 2009 34,035 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 26,946 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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BK55 ZWL is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 85,563 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK55 ZWL, 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 21 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 BK55 ZWL registered?

BK55 ZWL is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 20 September 2005.

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