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GF55 YBO

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

148,219 mi
Last recorded148,219 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 YBO
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 148,219 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 141,526 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 141,519 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sills bnoth sides holes. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Needs inspection. (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 133,740 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 125,978 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 122,692 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 118,258 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 110,903 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 103,319 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2019 103,319 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 88,072 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 88,072 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both fronts with cords exposed (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 79,591 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 79,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect head light has water contamination (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 77,282 miles

Battery Loose

Pass 7 Oct 2015 70,773 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 65,999 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 60,641 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 54,331 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 48,502 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 42,176 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 37,128 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 29,586 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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GF55 YBO is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GF55 YBO, 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.

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What year was GF55 YBO registered?

GF55 YBO is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is GF55 YBO safe to buy?

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