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DP04 EMJ

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,866 mi
Last recorded132,866 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP04 EMJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 132,866 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2020 123,476 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 117,911 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 108,039 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 105,974 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 103,643 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 101,182 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 101,071 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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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DP04 EMJ is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DP04 EMJ, 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.

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What year was DP04 EMJ registered?

DP04 EMJ is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is DP04 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP04 EMJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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