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GV56 OWP

2006 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

134,908 mi
Last recorded134,908 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 OWP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 134,908 miles

Exhaust Slightly Corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join After CAT (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 131,739 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 131,295 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 126,652 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 126,652 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 122,353 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin over half worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin over half worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 117,799 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 113,724 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 106,500 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 99,188 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inside edge.

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 27 Nov 2014 91,609 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

centre to rear exhaust mounting bracket detatched but exhaust systemstill supported.

Fail 27 Nov 2014 91,609 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

centre to rear exhaust mounting bracket detatched but exhaust systemstill supported.

Pass 13 Nov 2013 79,698 miles

rear brake pads lowish

Pass 16 Nov 2012 69,888 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 58,727 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Poor dip beam light output

Pass 18 Nov 2010 48,707 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 37,110 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Slight damage to offside front tyre outer sidewall

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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GV56 OWP is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 82,251 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 GV56 OWP, 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 20 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 GV56 OWP registered?

GV56 OWP is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is GV56 OWP safe to buy?

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