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R15 DOG

2005 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

148,741 mi
Last recorded148,741 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR15 DOG
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 148,741 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 147,435 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 139,496 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to body

Fail 4 May 2017 139,496 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to body

Pass 15 Feb 2016 129,448 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Feb 2016 129,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 123,053 miles

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

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

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

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 25 Jul 2013 111,349 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 111,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 31 Jul 2012 102,035 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 90,336 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 74,366 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 41,735 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 32,823 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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R15 DOG is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R15 DOG, 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.

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What year was R15 DOG registered?

R15 DOG is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is R15 DOG safe to buy?

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