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GJ04 KLE

2004 Subaru Forester

Gold Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

172,095 mi
Last recorded172,095 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ04 KLE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2021 172,095 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 165,263 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 162,458 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 157,124 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 150,745 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 144,217 miles

Car Lowered

EML Light On

Exhaust Noisy

Slight Oil Leak

Fail 9 Feb 2016 144,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure Bolt through hub loose (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Car Lowered

EML Light On

Exhaust Noisy

Slight Oil Leak

Fail 18 Apr 2015 134,958 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 134,958 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 123,773 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 116,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 109,937 miles

offside rear tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 18 Mar 2011 101,408 miles

offside rear tyre worn low on outer edge

Pass 3 Mar 2010 93,138 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 79,780 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 68,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

brake pedel rubber slightly worn

nearside windscreen wiper slightly deteriated

Pass 15 Mar 2007 52,163 miles

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

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

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 KLE is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KLE, 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 GJ04 KLE registered?

GJ04 KLE is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 17 March 2004.

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