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NL53 HZC

2004 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,755 mi
Last recorded106,755 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2012
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL53 HZC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2012 106,755 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 90,173 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 74,426 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 58,389 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 45,819 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 31,954 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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NL53 HZC is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 88,952 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 NL53 HZC, 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 22 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NL53 HZC?

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What year was NL53 HZC registered?

NL53 HZC is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is NL53 HZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL53 HZC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NL53 HZC have outstanding finance?

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