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LS54 OBX

2005 Subaru Forester

Purple Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

140,526 mi
Last recorded140,526 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 OBX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 140,526 miles

General corrosion

Pass 18 Dec 2024 136,005 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 129,927 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very rusty heat covers fitted but loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very rusty all over covers fitted unable to see fully (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cross member very rusty covers fitted and engine tray not able to see all crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front bottom ball joint locking nut rusty locking pin

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread bubbling up (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very rusty all over subframe and suspension arm and bushes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively un able to see all as covers fitted (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 124,537 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2023 124,532 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 119,037 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 119,037 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 114,393 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 111,859 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 111,859 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 103,508 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 95,363 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 87,620 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 80,569 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 71,368 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 63,278 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 63,278 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 52,605 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 47,056 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 40,294 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 35,625 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 28,720 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 21,353 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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LS54 OBX is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Purple with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LS54 OBX, 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 LS54 OBX registered?

LS54 OBX is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 January 2005.

Is LS54 OBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS54 OBX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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