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EO04 RYV

2004 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

168,888 mi
Last recorded168,888 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO04 RYV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 168,888 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 165,470 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 165,163 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 160,934 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 153,473 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 10 May 2018 144,741 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 144,741 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2017 134,688 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 May 2017 134,688 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 May 2016 128,055 miles

slight play in anti roll bar bushes and links

Pass 28 May 2015 120,671 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 112,132 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 105,843 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 97,624 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 85,688 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 85,688 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2010 72,948 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 72,948 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2009 59,776 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 48,934 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 38,919 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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EO04 RYV is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EO04 RYV, 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 EO04 RYV?

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What year was EO04 RYV registered?

EO04 RYV is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is EO04 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO04 RYV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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