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FX53 VAH

2004 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,845 mi
Last recorded78,845 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2009
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 VAH
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Dec 2009 78,845 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 78,845 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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FX53 VAH is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FX53 VAH, 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 FX53 VAH?

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What year was FX53 VAH registered?

FX53 VAH is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 23 February 2004.

Is FX53 VAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 VAH shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX53 VAH have outstanding finance?

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