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PB55 SUB

2006 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

215,115 mi
Last recorded215,115 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPB55 SUB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 215,115 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 189,540 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 150,332 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 135,337 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 128,654 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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PB55 SUB is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PB55 SUB, 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

How do I check the history of PB55 SUB?

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What year was PB55 SUB registered?

PB55 SUB is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is PB55 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PB55 SUB shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PB55 SUB have outstanding finance?

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