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BX05 DGZ

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,391 mi
Last recorded112,391 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 DGZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2017 112,391 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 107,863 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 102,282 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 96,037 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2013 89,961 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 81,974 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 67,313 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 53,563 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 39,795 miles

Rear tyres wearing on inner edge.

Pass 28 May 2008 28,141 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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BX05 DGZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BX05 DGZ, 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 BX05 DGZ registered?

BX05 DGZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is BX05 DGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 DGZ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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