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OE54 HXJ

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

133,517 mi
Last recorded133,517 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE54 HXJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 133,517 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 128,617 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 128,615 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 128,597 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 127,601 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 123,046 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 117,715 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 111,828 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 105,559 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 98,295 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 91,503 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 80,128 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 69,502 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 57,790 miles

car may need tracking

n/s/f tyre is BADLY worn on inner & outer edges deep cuts in the tread

o/s/f tyre is BADLY worn on the inner edge

Pass 15 Dec 2008 44,879 miles

stone chip o/s lower screen

Fail 28 Dec 2007 35,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Dec 2007 35,503 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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OE54 HXJ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OE54 HXJ, 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 OE54 HXJ registered?

OE54 HXJ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 5 January 2005.

Is OE54 HXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE54 HXJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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