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GD52 PHF

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,676 mi
Last recorded96,676 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD52 PHF
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 96,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2025 96,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 92,274 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 88,708 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 88,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 87,520 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 85,961 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2021 85,961 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 85,023 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 83,879 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 80,691 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 78,123 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 74,963 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 71,048 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 64,970 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 60,295 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 57,187 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 51,644 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 45,311 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 40,764 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 34,911 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 31,506 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 30,100 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 24,802 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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GD52 PHF is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GD52 PHF, 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

How do I check the history of GD52 PHF?

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What year was GD52 PHF registered?

GD52 PHF is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is GD52 PHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD52 PHF shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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