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DU04 SYX

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,924 mi
Last recorded104,924 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU04 SYX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 104,924 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 90,271 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 77,857 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 62,147 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 58,664 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 27 Feb 2014 50,972 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 44,537 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 44,218 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 36,551 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 32,604 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 28,626 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 25,074 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 21,018 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 16,554 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 16,532 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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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DU04 SYX is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DU04 SYX, 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

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What year was DU04 SYX registered?

DU04 SYX is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is DU04 SYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU04 SYX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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