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PE54 UWL

2004 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

141,624 mi
Last recorded141,624 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE54 UWL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 141,624 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Fail 21 Dec 2020 141,539 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Dec 2019 132,250 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 123,704 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear will need done before next year (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Hand brake travel near limit

Offside Front Binding slightly

Pass 21 Nov 2017 117,654 miles

All Brakes binding slightly

Brake pipe slightly corroded At 4 way connector off side rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Radiator leaking at top

Pass 10 Nov 2016 111,498 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 104,487 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 94,831 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 87,856 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 82,708 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 75,586 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 69,323 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 58,279 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 47,472 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 33,451 miles

both front shockers weeping

front brake pads may be low

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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PE54 UWL is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PE54 UWL, 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 PE54 UWL registered?

PE54 UWL is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 October 2004.

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