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KE56 HTV

2006 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

155,128 mi
Last recorded155,128 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE56 HTV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 155,128 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 155,128 miles

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 154,710 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 154,710 miles

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 151,120 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 26 Jun 2023 144,187 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 144,185 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 138,551 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s/f tyre has nail.

Pass 5 Jul 2021 133,794 miles

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2020 129,661 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 129,661 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2019 126,769 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 120,329 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 115,525 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 110,375 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 101,373 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 98,962 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 93,861 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 74,104 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 59,832 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 59,832 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 45,108 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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KE56 HTV is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 KE56 HTV, 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 KE56 HTV registered?

KE56 HTV is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 4 December 2006.

Is KE56 HTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE56 HTV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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