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LG55 KRF

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

159,688 mi
Last recorded159,688 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 KRF
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 159,688 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 140,711 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 127,809 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 112,412 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 97,567 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 84,170 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Oct 2012 84,170 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 70,663 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 54,792 miles

both rear tyres worn edges

Pass 21 Aug 2009 47,401 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 41,077 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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LG55 KRF is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LG55 KRF, 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 LG55 KRF registered?

LG55 KRF is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LG55 KRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 KRF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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