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DE05 ESG

2005 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

140,997 mi
Last recorded140,997 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 ESG
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2021 140,997 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases *** CAT, FRONT, AND REAR FLANGE AREAS ( HEAT SHIELDS FITTED ) *** (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSHES, PLAY, AND MOVEMENT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect FULL OF CONDENSATION, (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material *** FLEXY HOSE, AT CALIPER , POOR *** (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin *** VERY LOW *** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH POOR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ***** PERISHING, AND CRACKING , POOR CONDITION ***** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *** TYRE AT 2.8MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM *** (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin *** VERY LOW *** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material *** FLEXY HOSE AT CALIPER, POOR *** (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material *** CORRODED *** (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material *** FLEXY HOSE AT CALIPER, POOR *** (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect **** LEAKING SLIGHTLY **** (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2016 134,758 miles

all brake pads are hard to see through the wheels

front and centre exhaust sections are very deteriorated and blowing slightly

slight play in centre prop shaft mounting

Fail 27 Oct 2016 134,758 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front to centre join bolt missing (7.1.2)

all brake pads are hard to see through the wheels

front and centre exhaust sections are very deteriorated and blowing slightly

slight play in centre prop shaft mounting

Pass 30 Sep 2015 128,131 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst corroded (7.1.2)

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

rear diff temp warning illuminted

Pass 8 Aug 2014 121,373 miles

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

cenntre exhaust joint corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2013 114,333 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2013 114,333 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2012 108,716 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 105,883 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer skin deteriorated and hangers corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2011 105,834 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust rear silencer outer skin deteriorated and hangers corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2010 101,899 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 92,106 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 71,577 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 ESG is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Red with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DE05 ESG, 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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DE05 ESG is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 4 July 2005.

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