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L25 PSM

2006 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

110,039 mi
Last recorded110,039 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL25 PSM
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 110,039 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2025 100,084 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2024 90,329 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 82,333 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2022 76,915 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 75,565 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 68,421 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 68,421 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 May 2019 60,397 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 50,882 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 49,040 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 46,985 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 44,190 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 42,254 miles

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

Sill covers fitted obscuring sills

Fail 20 Mar 2014 42,253 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Sill covers fitted obscuring sills

Pass 28 Mar 2013 39,112 miles

N/s Front tyre worn on outer edge

Sill covers fitted obscuring sills

Pass 8 Mar 2012 36,260 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 30,948 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 27,265 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 19,357 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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L25 PSM is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 L25 PSM, 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 L25 PSM registered?

L25 PSM is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is L25 PSM safe to buy?

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