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G2 UBU

2004 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

195,065 mi
Last recorded195,065 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG2 UBU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 195,065 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 185,587 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 174,966 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 169,096 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 155,778 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 146,380 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 137,010 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 137,008 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 131,993 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2017 131,993 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 124,054 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 115,237 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 101,992 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 88,473 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 70,918 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2012 70,918 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 63,551 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 63,551 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 57,559 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 57,559 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 48,273 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 48,273 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 39,223 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 29,428 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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G2 UBU is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G2 UBU, 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

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What year was G2 UBU registered?

G2 UBU is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is G2 UBU safe to buy?

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