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MH55 ZKN

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,490 mi
Last recorded142,490 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH55 ZKN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2015 142,490 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 132,656 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 121,855 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 109,964 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 19 Oct 2012 109,900 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 7 Nov 2011 97,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 97,473 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 87,495 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 87,495 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 69,122 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 69,122 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 53,237 miles

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

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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MH55 ZKN is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MH55 ZKN, 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 MH55 ZKN registered?

MH55 ZKN is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is MH55 ZKN safe to buy?

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