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MH05 EYR

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,030 mi
Last recorded131,030 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 EYR
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2017 131,030 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 126,936 miles

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

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

front subframe has some corrosion

Pass 30 Jul 2015 114,611 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil s/oil leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 96,510 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 80,079 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 67,529 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 51,739 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 39,448 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 29,880 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 21,681 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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MH05 EYR is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MH05 EYR, 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 MH05 EYR registered?

MH05 EYR is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is MH05 EYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH05 EYR shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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