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NV54 FMD

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,790 mi
Last recorded129,790 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV54 FMD
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 129,790 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

brake and suspension components corroded

front and rear brakes slightly worn

nearside front subframe corroded/repaired

Pass 17 Dec 2014 122,861 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Offside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 118,118 miles

rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2013 111,264 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2012 104,768 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 104,713 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 104,706 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 97,687 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 97,687 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 83,114 miles

brake discs and pads worn

Fail 16 Nov 2009 83,114 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

brake discs and pads worn

Pass 12 Nov 2008 73,961 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 59,202 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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NV54 FMD is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NV54 FMD, 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 NV54 FMD registered?

NV54 FMD is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 2 November 2004.

Is NV54 FMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV54 FMD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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