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MT54 XTP

2005 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

131,812 mi
Last recorded131,812 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 XTP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 131,812 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 129,164 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 127,390 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 124,874 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 122,475 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 122,470 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 122,448 miles

Brake performance not tested due to corrosion (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wheel inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 120,704 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 119,581 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 110,141 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 100,915 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 95,084 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 87,573 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 80,623 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 75,048 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 68,759 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 62,190 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 53,794 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 45,045 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 37,949 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 30,257 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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MT54 XTP is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MT54 XTP, 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 MT54 XTP registered?

MT54 XTP is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is MT54 XTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT54 XTP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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