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KS04 XJN

2004 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

141,994 mi
Last recorded141,994 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS04 XJN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 141,994 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 137,059 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 131,994 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material /rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 124,760 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded /rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 115,679 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded /rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 107,280 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 107,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 100,960 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 94,805 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 90,306 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 90,306 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 82,030 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 82,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 74,192 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 66,778 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 58,634 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 49,247 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 488,804 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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KS04 XJN is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KS04 XJN, 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 KS04 XJN registered?

KS04 XJN is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is KS04 XJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS04 XJN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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