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GL53 KME

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

193,259 mi
Last recorded193,259 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 KME
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 193,259 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2017 189,826 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 178,670 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 166,201 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 153,220 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust hanger bracket missing

Pass 8 Jun 2013 131,450 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 12 Jun 2012 108,330 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 108,330 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 84,916 miles

exhaust hanger broken

Pass 29 May 2010 63,893 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 54,873 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 41,205 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 37,052 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 26,300 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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GL53 KME is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GL53 KME, 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 GL53 KME registered?

GL53 KME is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 13 January 2004.

Is GL53 KME safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 KME shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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