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NC55 LXL

2006 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

120,211 mi
Last recorded120,211 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC55 LXL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 120,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under body corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2021 107,939 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 105,600 miles

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

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

rear back p[lates cporroded

sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2019 101,242 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pip (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 95,944 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 89,323 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 81,698 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 75,842 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 70,842 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 65,174 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 57,867 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 51,176 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2011 51,176 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 44,324 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 36,080 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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NC55 LXL is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 82,251 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 NC55 LXL, 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 20 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NC55 LXL registered?

NC55 LXL is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is NC55 LXL safe to buy?

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