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GU54 OER

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

128,954 mi
Last recorded128,954 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 OER
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 128,954 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all x4 inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 124,877 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 121,714 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 118,530 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 114,688 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 109,777 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 104,502 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 99,966 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 94,734 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 89,833 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 84,127 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 75,759 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 67,703 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 60,294 miles

nearside front wheel stiff to turn by hand

Pass 26 Sep 2011 52,111 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 43,760 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 36,332 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 36,332 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 28,293 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 20,944 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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GU54 OER is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GU54 OER, 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 GU54 OER registered?

GU54 OER is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is GU54 OER safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU54 OER shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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