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BT56 WMV

2006 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,288 mi
Last recorded148,288 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 WMV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 148,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Nov 2018 148,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Oct 2017 130,648 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2017 130,648 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 115,942 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Fail 17 Oct 2016 115,942 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 Nov 2015 102,798 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 94,072 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 83,923 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 73,822 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 60,478 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 48,084 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 36,539 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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BT56 WMV is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 BT56 WMV, 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 BT56 WMV registered?

BT56 WMV is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is BT56 WMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT56 WMV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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