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MH05 HRJ

2005 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

143,836 mi
Last recorded143,836 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 HRJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 143,836 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 143,821 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 130,712 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded on outer layer!! (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Nut holding offside pipe !! (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded on outer layer!! (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 118,524 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 105,642 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 93,331 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 81,846 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 81,846 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 70,354 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 60,754 miles

suspect rattle from heatsheild at front of exhaust unable to pinpoint at engine.

Pass 14 Jun 2010 50,888 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

advise n/s/f tyre has some sidewall deterioration and tyre is starting to crack

center section exhaust hanger quite weak

Pass 9 Jun 2009 42,084 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 32,584 miles

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

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 HRJ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MH05 HRJ, 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.

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What year was MH05 HRJ registered?

MH05 HRJ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is MH05 HRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH05 HRJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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