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NX05 RFE

2005 Subaru Forester

Purple Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,736 mi
Last recorded112,736 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 RFE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 112,736 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 105,827 miles

All rear brake pipes heavily under sealed

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both (2.7.2a)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2015 98,832 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

brake pedal rubber split

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 12 Jun 2015 98,832 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

brake pedal rubber split

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 9 Jun 2014 90,591 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 90,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 82,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 73,065 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pedal rubber worn

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 7 Jun 2011 63,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 63,717 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 55,530 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 47,512 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 37,475 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 RFE is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Purple with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 NX05 RFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NX05 RFE registered?

NX05 RFE is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is NX05 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX05 RFE 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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