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GD54 HJU

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

200,834 mi
Last recorded200,834 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD54 HJU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 200,834 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 198,675 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 198,675 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 186,334 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 170,548 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 157,207 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 148,970 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 140,894 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 140,894 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 129,514 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 119,427 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 119,427 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 108,736 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 100,205 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 93,959 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 82,641 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Oct 2012 80,535 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 71,081 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 61,951 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 51,036 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Oct 2008 42,932 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 33,578 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GD54 HJU is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GD54 HJU, 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 GD54 HJU registered?

GD54 HJU is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 8 October 2004.

Is GD54 HJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD54 HJU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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