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BV04 RKX

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

201,648 mi
Last recorded201,648 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 RKX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 201,648 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back plate

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back plate

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFERENTIAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 194,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 188,917 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 188,917 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 184,604 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 179,790 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 174,201 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 172,026 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 167,266 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 167,263 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 160,789 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 146,716 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 132,613 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 119,784 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 103,752 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 90,919 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 90,919 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 79,715 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 79,715 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 65,416 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 50,682 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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BV04 RKX is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 BV04 RKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV04 RKX registered?

BV04 RKX is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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