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GL54 PPF

2005 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

209,645 mi
Last recorded209,645 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 PPF
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 209,645 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 9 Feb 2015 209,645 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 198,372 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 181,814 miles

Clutch pedal rubber pad missing advise replacement.

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2012 167,165 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 116,793 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 10 Feb 2011 154,419 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 154,419 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 134,255 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 112,716 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS & PADS BOTH WORN - ADVISE REPLACEMENT

REAR TYRES WORN ON EDGES

VEHICLE PULLS TO LEFT WHILE BRAKING HARD - ADVISE INVESTIGATION

Pass 9 Feb 2008 90,525 miles

REAR No PLATE BECOMING DISTORTED (BACKING COMING OFF) - ADVISE REPLACEMENT

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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GL54 PPF is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL54 PPF, 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

How do I check the history of GL54 PPF?

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What year was GL54 PPF registered?

GL54 PPF is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 January 2005.

Is GL54 PPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL54 PPF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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