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GU05 EOZ

2005 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

159,521 mi
Last recorded159,521 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 EOZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 159,521 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 154,093 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 148,651 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 143,375 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 140,918 miles

front brake discs inner faces rusting

Pass 16 Oct 2020 139,529 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 135,323 miles

Offside Front back plate rubbing on brake disc

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 135,323 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front back plate rubbing on brake disc

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 126,431 miles

slight exhaust blow from front oint

Pass 7 Jun 2017 118,936 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 110,526 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 101,762 miles

off side rear shock starting to leak

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 9 Jul 2014 91,526 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 80,559 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 70,820 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 63,592 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 55,955 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 45,753 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 34,634 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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GU05 EOZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 GU05 EOZ, 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 GU05 EOZ registered?

GU05 EOZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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