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DF56 LXU

2006 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,048 mi
Last recorded65,048 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF56 LXU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 65,048 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 60,589 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

both front tyres are wearing on their inner edges, nearside is bald but testable tread in still okay

front brake disc's are starting to undercut

rear wiper is torn

slight bind to the offside front brake

slight play in both front anti-roll bar links

Pass 24 Oct 2013 60,589 miles

both front tyres are wearing on their inner edges, nearside is bald but testable tread in still okay

front brake disc's are starting to undercut

rear wiper is torn

slight bind to the offside front brake

slight play in both front anti-roll bar links

Pass 10 Oct 2012 52,766 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 46,889 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 37,698 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Oct 2009 29,916 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DF56 LXU is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 82,251 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 DF56 LXU, 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 20 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 DF56 LXU registered?

DF56 LXU is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is DF56 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF56 LXU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF56 LXU have outstanding finance?

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