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DE05 EPN

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,842 mi
Last recorded57,842 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2010
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 EPN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2010 57,842 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 44,622 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 31,429 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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DE05 EPN is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 DE05 EPN, 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 DE05 EPN registered?

DE05 EPN is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is DE05 EPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 EPN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE05 EPN have outstanding finance?

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