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FY04 LVV

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

213,472 mi
Last recorded213,472 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY04 LVV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2022 213,472 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 192,861 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 179,442 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 152,052 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 145,822 miles

headlamp patton poor

Pass 8 Aug 2012 143,915 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 2 Jun 2011 138,008 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 28 May 2011 137,940 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2010 132,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 132,435 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 124,607 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 119,053 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 119,053 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 89,640 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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FY04 LVV is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FY04 LVV, 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 FY04 LVV registered?

FY04 LVV is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is FY04 LVV safe to buy?

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