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DG55 MVU

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,241 mi
Last recorded109,241 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 MVU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2013 109,241 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

e m l light on

Pass 15 Oct 2012 95,288 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 80,855 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 80,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2) DANGEROUS

Damage to NSR wheel arch

EGM Light is illuminated

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 65,858 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 53,723 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 41,100 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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DG55 MVU is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG55 MVU, 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

How do I check the history of DG55 MVU?

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What year was DG55 MVU registered?

DG55 MVU is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 October 2005.

Is DG55 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 MVU 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 DG55 MVU have outstanding finance?

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