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FP04 LRV

2004 Subaru Forester

Silver Gas bi-fuel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,693 mi
Last recorded94,693 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP04 LRV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 94,693 miles

Both front headlight patterns poor

EML on

Front brake pads low

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources N/S rear (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 84,875 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 77,717 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 72,273 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2017 72,273 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2015 65,517 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 62,300 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 59,919 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 57,010 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 52,969 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 50,031 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 47,113 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 43,268 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 37,608 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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FP04 LRV is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FP04 LRV, 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 FP04 LRV registered?

FP04 LRV is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 May 2004.

Is FP04 LRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP04 LRV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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