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BN55 EHJ

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

107,834 mi
Last recorded107,834 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 EHJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 107,834 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 105,423 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 102,229 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 99,409 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 95,728 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 95,728 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 92,569 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 89,378 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 83,800 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 79,504 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 74,635 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 70,811 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 67,220 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 63,647 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 56,880 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 51,808 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 48,397 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 43,612 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 41,107 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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BN55 EHJ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BN55 EHJ, 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 BN55 EHJ registered?

BN55 EHJ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BN55 EHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 EHJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN55 EHJ have outstanding finance?

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