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NX05 RCU

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,932 mi
Last recorded120,932 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 RCU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 120,932 miles

Nearside Rear slight blow on rear silencer

Fail 28 Aug 2015 120,932 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear slight blow on rear silencer

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 107,137 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2013 92,894 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 92,894 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 71,782 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Mar 2011 60,015 miles

slight play in nearside front anti roll bar link arm

Pass 22 Feb 2010 50,716 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2010 50,716 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 40,442 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 30,167 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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NX05 RCU is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NX05 RCU, 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.

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What year was NX05 RCU registered?

NX05 RCU is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is NX05 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX05 RCU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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