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BL55 UJB

2005 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

111,692 mi
Last recorded111,692 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 UJB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 111,692 miles

SILL COVERS FITTED

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 111,450 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 99,071 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 92,324 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 92,324 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps all lights (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 80,844 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 80,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2017 68,858 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 60,404 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 50,203 miles

both rear tyres perishing

rear exhaust pipe rusty

Pass 11 Aug 2014 35,136 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 17,940 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 16,945 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 13,602 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 9,789 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 9,241 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 UJB is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UJB, 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 UJB registered?

BL55 UJB is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is BL55 UJB safe to buy?

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