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OY54 KSE

2004 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

188,527 mi
Last recorded188,527 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY54 KSE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 188,527 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 183,165 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2024 183,165 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 178,272 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 172,243 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both lower sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 165,657 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 165,657 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 155,998 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears at rear junction block (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Oct 2020 155,998 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears at rear junction block (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 147,958 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes from rear union block@ front of fuel tank to rear brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 138,314 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 130,935 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 115,498 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 99,520 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 76,009 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 76,009 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 49,489 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 44,763 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 40,030 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 34,955 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 29,588 miles

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

all four tyres perishing

Pass 13 Nov 2008 23,890 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 19,195 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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OY54 KSE is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 OY54 KSE, 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.

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What year was OY54 KSE registered?

OY54 KSE is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 November 2004.

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