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GX04 VYL

2004 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,628 mi
Last recorded56,628 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 VYL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2019 56,628 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 55,563 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 53,779 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 51,974 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 50,494 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 47,393 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 45,110 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 41,474 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 39,351 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 37,460 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 35,589 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 33,622 miles

Accident damage to n/s front bumper-needs repair but not affecting testable items

Pass 29 Mar 2007 31,890 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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GX04 VYL is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GX04 VYL, 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

How do I check the history of GX04 VYL?

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What year was GX04 VYL registered?

GX04 VYL is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is GX04 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX04 VYL shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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