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KP55 NVN

2005 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,436 mi
Last recorded74,436 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 NVN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 74,436 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 72,803 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 69,760 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 66,545 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 65,981 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 65,441 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 61,585 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 57,906 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISC PADS WEAR LOW.

Pass 26 Oct 2017 55,393 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 52,581 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 49,782 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 47,275 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 44,553 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 40,424 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 36,419 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 30,529 miles

front discs slight wear and pitted

Fail 21 Oct 2010 30,529 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

front discs slight wear and pitted

Pass 23 Oct 2009 20,725 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 20,725 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 13,220 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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KP55 NVN is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KP55 NVN, 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

How do I check the history of KP55 NVN?

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What year was KP55 NVN registered?

KP55 NVN is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is KP55 NVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 NVN shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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