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EF05 XOY

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,529 mi
Last recorded117,529 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 XOY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 117,529 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 106,660 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 102,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 96,162 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 92,097 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 86,221 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 78,832 miles

both front anti roll bar d bushes slightly worn

o/s/r brake pipe corroded marked with yellow

Pass 27 Feb 2017 73,129 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 66,599 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 59,893 miles

Nearside rear tyre out of shape

Offside rear tyre out of shape

Pass 27 Feb 2014 51,345 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 44,774 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 37,761 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 30,269 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 28,792 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 25,427 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 20,717 miles

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)

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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EF05 XOY is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF05 XOY, 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

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What year was EF05 XOY registered?

EF05 XOY is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is EF05 XOY safe to buy?

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