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CN55 ZLZ

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Lpg 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

139,608 mi
Last recorded139,608 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN55 ZLZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 139,608 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Underside suspension and floor starting to corrode

Pass 13 Jun 2018 138,773 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2018 138,765 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 127,093 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 114,255 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2014 100,215 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 86,584 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 81,010 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 70,146 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 54,695 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 49,830 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 37,131 miles

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

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

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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CN55 ZLZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 2,457cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CN55 ZLZ, 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 CN55 ZLZ registered?

CN55 ZLZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is CN55 ZLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN55 ZLZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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