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NV53 OGH

2004 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

162,062 mi
Last recorded162,062 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV53 OGH
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 162,062 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 159,445 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 159,445 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 152,091 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 144,420 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 136,603 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 128,409 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 120,418 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 111,263 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 100,739 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Dec 2012 100,739 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 90,471 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 77,446 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 65,406 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 51,315 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 35,162 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 17,630 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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NV53 OGH is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 NV53 OGH, 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

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What year was NV53 OGH registered?

NV53 OGH is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 14 January 2004.

Is NV53 OGH safe to buy?

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