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BV54 BYM

2004 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,079 mi
Last recorded144,079 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV54 BYM
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 144,079 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 134,338 miles

Nearside Front small hole lower gaitour anti roll bar link

Pass 24 Nov 2017 129,795 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 125,897 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 120,692 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 115,155 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 111,511 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 111,511 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 106,778 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 101,622 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 90,185 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 76,820 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 65,663 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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BV54 BYM is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BV54 BYM, 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 BV54 BYM registered?

BV54 BYM is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 October 2004.

Is BV54 BYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV54 BYM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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