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KT05 RXZ

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

131,622 mi
Last recorded131,622 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 RXZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 131,622 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 129,045 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 122,001 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 124,045 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 105,623 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 101,131 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 98,698 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 91,149 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 91,053 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 82,195 miles

Brake pedal rubber split at edge

Nearside Rear tyre perished but no cords showing

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 74,963 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2015 74,962 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 68,641 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 68,641 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 63,726 miles

brake pedal anti slip slightly worn

Pass 16 Jan 2012 57,057 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 50,221 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 44,775 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 44,774 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 35,401 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 25,508 miles

number plates incorrectly spaced

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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KT05 RXZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KT05 RXZ, 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

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What year was KT05 RXZ registered?

KT05 RXZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is KT05 RXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT05 RXZ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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