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FV05 JVZ

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,706 mi
Last recorded81,706 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 JVZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 81,706 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 73,751 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 73,751 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front cat leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 62,125 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 58,626 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 57,960 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 56,688 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 53,952 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 51,768 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 48,147 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 44,204 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 38,469 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 32,719 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 28,231 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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FV05 JVZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FV05 JVZ, 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 FV05 JVZ registered?

FV05 JVZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is FV05 JVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 JVZ 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.

Does FV05 JVZ have outstanding finance?

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