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DH53 DCO

2004 Subaru Forester

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,802 mi
Last recorded90,802 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH53 DCO
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2017 90,802 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 90,177 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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DH53 DCO is a 2004 Subaru Forester in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 88,952 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 DH53 DCO, 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 22 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 DH53 DCO?

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What year was DH53 DCO registered?

DH53 DCO is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 15 February 2004.

Is DH53 DCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DH53 DCO shows 2 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 DH53 DCO have outstanding finance?

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