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PK55 HLA

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,592 mi
Last recorded117,592 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 HLA
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2014 117,592 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 117,590 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 103,679 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 90,462 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 78,843 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 66,597 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 53,090 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 42,939 miles

rear tyres getting 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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PK55 HLA is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PK55 HLA, 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 PK55 HLA registered?

PK55 HLA is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is PK55 HLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK55 HLA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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