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GJ04 FCV

2004 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

148,903 mi
Last recorded148,903 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ04 FCV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2017 148,903 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear exhaust box corroded.

Rear exhaust mount missing

front anti rollbar mount bushes worn.

Pass 19 Aug 2015 126,963 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 122,341 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 122,341 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 112,285 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 101,670 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 89,975 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 77,536 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 63,489 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 63,489 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 50,070 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 50,070 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 44,274 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 31,807 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 FCV is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FCV, 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.

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What year was GJ04 FCV registered?

GJ04 FCV is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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