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BT05 KAJ

2005 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,700 mi
Last recorded70,700 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 KAJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 70,700 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 60,009 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 59,389 miles

exhaust sounds like it's blowing but covers prevent frull inspection

Pass 21 Sep 2012 58,008 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 53,829 miles

suspect exhaust blowing at front but unable to confirm due to shrouds

Pass 16 Jun 2010 47,478 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

brake pedal anti slip temporarily repaired

Fail 15 Jun 2010 47,477 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

brake pedal anti slip temporarily repaired

Pass 25 Jun 2009 40,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front tyres wearing on inner edges(TRACKING)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 30,608 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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BT05 KAJ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT05 KAJ, 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.

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What year was BT05 KAJ registered?

BT05 KAJ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is BT05 KAJ safe to buy?

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