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KC04 WXL

2004 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

160,008 mi
Last recorded160,008 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC04 WXL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 160,008 miles

child seat fitted obstructing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 May 2016 160,007 miles

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

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

child seat fitted obstructing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 May 2015 151,745 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 146,799 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 146,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2013 137,293 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 128,291 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 118,892 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 118,892 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 109,319 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 93,240 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 79,080 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 59,962 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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KC04 WXL is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KC04 WXL, 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 KC04 WXL registered?

KC04 WXL is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 26 May 2004.

Is KC04 WXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC04 WXL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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