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FB53 HFX

2004 Subaru Forester

Gold Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

82,149 mi
Last recorded82,149 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 HFX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 82,149 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 80,026 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 78,630 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 78,630 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 76,232 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 74,029 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 69,475 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 69,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 65,160 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 60,921 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 56,239 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing uneven

Pass 9 Feb 2010 57,164 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 46,086 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 40,882 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 35,144 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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FB53 HFX is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Gold with a 1,994cc diesel 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 FB53 HFX, 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 FB53 HFX registered?

FB53 HFX is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 January 2004.

Is FB53 HFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB53 HFX 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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