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GY55 EOP

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,819 mi
Last recorded42,819 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 EOP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 42,819 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front fog light inoperative

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Feb 2026 42,819 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front fog light inoperative

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 31,345 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front fog light not working

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 24,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 24,678 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 24,179 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 23,445 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 22,283 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 20,908 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 19,269 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 17,661 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 15,673 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 13,497 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 12,391 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 10,916 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 9,481 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 7,824 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 6,649 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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GY55 EOP is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GY55 EOP, 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 GY55 EOP registered?

GY55 EOP is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GY55 EOP safe to buy?

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