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BP55 OMS

2006 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

175,487 mi
Last recorded175,487 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 OMS
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2019 175,487 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 163,740 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 149,696 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 133,610 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 133,599 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2014 118,967 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2014 118,967 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 105,103 miles

front brake pads very low and discs worn

Fail 17 May 2013 105,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front brake pads very low and discs worn

Pass 11 May 2012 91,360 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 78,890 miles

front brake discs slightly scored

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

Pass 18 May 2010 64,694 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 May 2010 64,694 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 64,001 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 45,936 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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BP55 OMS is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 82,251 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP55 OMS, 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 20 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BP55 OMS registered?

BP55 OMS is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 22 February 2006.

Is BP55 OMS safe to buy?

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