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BL55 WHU

2005 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,310 mi
Last recorded50,310 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 WHU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 50,310 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 49,868 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 48,326 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 46,745 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 45,423 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 43,725 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 43,725 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 41,234 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 41,234 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 39,921 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 38,578 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 36,444 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 34,609 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 31,851 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 29,874 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 29,871 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 26,199 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 22,991 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 19,935 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 13,057 miles

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

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

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 WHU is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WHU, 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 WHU registered?

BL55 WHU is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is BL55 WHU safe to buy?

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