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CU05 ODX

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

206,676 mi
Last recorded206,676 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 ODX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 206,676 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 189,208 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 161,724 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 141,584 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 141,584 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 124,398 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 108,948 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 108,948 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 91,062 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 78,355 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 62,899 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 62,899 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 43,264 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 43,264 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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CU05 ODX is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CU05 ODX, 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 CU05 ODX registered?

CU05 ODX is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is CU05 ODX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU05 ODX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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