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OX06 XEC

2006 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,137 mi
Last recorded102,137 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX06 XEC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 102,137 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s+o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 97,223 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 92,568 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 86,721 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2023 86,721 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 80,939 miles

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

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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OX06 XEC is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 82,251 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 OX06 XEC, 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 20 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 OX06 XEC registered?

OX06 XEC is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 18 April 2006.

Is OX06 XEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OX06 XEC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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