MOT Status
ValidMileage
134,789 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm 225/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside rear tyre splitting in tread depth lines but not reach cords. 225/45r18
Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside rear tyre splitting in tread depth lines but not reach cords. 225/45r18
Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak ()
Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Oil leak ()
Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)
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HL04 ZGW is a 2004 Subaru Forester in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 HL04 ZGW, 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.
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What year was HL04 ZGW registered?
HL04 ZGW is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 December 2004.
Is HL04 ZGW safe to buy?
The MOT history for HL04 ZGW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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