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GK05 KXH

2005 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,802 mi
Last recorded68,802 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Subaru
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 KXH
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 68,802 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 68,564 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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GK05 KXH is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GK05 KXH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK05 KXH registered?

GK05 KXH is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is GK05 KXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 KXH shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK05 KXH have outstanding finance?

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