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HF06 NKX

2006 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,307 mi
Last recorded140,307 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF06 NKX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 140,307 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine Management Light on

Fail 13 Jun 2016 140,307 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine Management Light on

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 123,513 miles

EML light on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing inside edge close limit

Fail 10 Jun 2015 123,512 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

EML light on

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing inside edge close limit

Fail 13 Jun 2014 105,966 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 105,966 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 82,529 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 61,203 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 42,220 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 40,857 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 32,601 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 25,297 miles

r/n/s tyre outer edge worn

r/o/s tyre inner edge worn

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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HF06 NKX is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF06 NKX, 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 HF06 NKX registered?

HF06 NKX is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is HF06 NKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF06 NKX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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