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BT04 UVK

2004 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,743 mi
Last recorded138,743 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT04 UVK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 May 2016 138,743 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 119,710 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside wiper torn.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 16 Apr 2015 119,710 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside wiper torn.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear tyres worn close to limit.

Pass 19 Mar 2014 102,353 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 87,455 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 81,310 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 73,820 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 64,709 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2010 64,709 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 56,292 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 46,747 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 36,067 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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BT04 UVK is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 88,952 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 BT04 UVK, 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 22 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT04 UVK registered?

BT04 UVK is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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