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PY05 AOX

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,649 mi
Last recorded124,649 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY05 AOX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 124,649 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 111,245 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 98,025 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 97,744 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

centre section of exhaust corroded but secure

Pass 23 Apr 2013 87,802 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 80,991 miles

Rear exhaust section corroded.

Pass 21 Apr 2011 75,282 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 62,737 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 50,021 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 37,054 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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PY05 AOX is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PY05 AOX, 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 PY05 AOX registered?

PY05 AOX is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is PY05 AOX safe to buy?

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