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BL55 SJV

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Lpg 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,113 mi
Last recorded97,113 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 SJV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2020 97,113 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 96,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 89,657 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 89,514 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 81,771 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 74,662 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 66,004 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 58,509 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 47,042 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 38,570 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 30,362 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 24,074 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 19,651 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 13,558 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

Fail 17 Dec 2008 13,558 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

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 SJV is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SJV, 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.

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What year was BL55 SJV registered?

BL55 SJV is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is BL55 SJV safe to buy?

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