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EG05 AOB

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

187,981 mi
Last recorded187,981 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG05 AOB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 187,981 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front headlamps deteriorated

Nearside Front wing damaged

Nearside rear view mirror casing damaged

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear brakes slight bind

underbody corroded / muddy

Pass 26 May 2022 182,407 miles

battery insecure

Pass 26 May 2021 167,360 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 156,016 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 144,196 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2017 144,196 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 133,842 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 154,027 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 111,263 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 97,267 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 86,490 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 78,377 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 68,859 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 56,785 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 43,972 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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EG05 AOB is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EG05 AOB, 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 EG05 AOB registered?

EG05 AOB is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is EG05 AOB safe to buy?

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