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GJ04 FCM

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

113,640 mi
Last recorded113,640 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ04 FCM
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 113,640 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 103,348 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 91,894 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 88,672 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 85,543 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 83,380 miles

N/S/R Tyre slight cracking.

Fail 28 Feb 2012 83,375 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

N/S/R Tyre slight cracking.

Pass 25 Feb 2011 79,878 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 73,580 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 69,488 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 58,635 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 58,635 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 43,979 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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GJ04 FCM is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GJ04 FCM, 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

How do I check the history of GJ04 FCM?

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What year was GJ04 FCM registered?

GJ04 FCM is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 15 April 2004.

Is GJ04 FCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ04 FCM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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