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BU05 ZFR

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

129,779 mi
Last recorded129,779 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 ZFR
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2023 129,779 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 129,779 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 125,010 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 115,836 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 106,581 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 96,192 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 88,104 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 80,424 miles

both fronts and o/s/r tyres have slight cracking

engine bay/under/cill covers fitted

Pass 1 May 2014 80,091 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 74,278 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 63,387 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 63,368 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 50,512 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 36,884 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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BU05 ZFR is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BU05 ZFR, 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 BU05 ZFR registered?

BU05 ZFR is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is BU05 ZFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 ZFR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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