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BL55 SGZ

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,997 mi
Last recorded61,997 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 SGZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2016 61,997 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 57,311 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 52,440 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 48,496 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 44,490 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 39,371 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 33,862 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 27,575 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 19,167 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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BL55 SGZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BL55 SGZ, 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 BL55 SGZ registered?

BL55 SGZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is BL55 SGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 SGZ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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