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RA55 GVN

2005 Subaru Outback

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

129,353 mi
Last recorded129,353 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Subaru Outback91,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 GVN
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2014 129,353 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 20 Nov 2014 129,353 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 109,852 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 109,852 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 91,153 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 68,409 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 68,409 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 51,172 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 51,172 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 39,515 miles

Front wiper blades split on ends.

Nail in O/S/F Tyre.

Pass 25 Nov 2008 30,212 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 30,212 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Subaru Outback?

Based on 130,193 MOT tests across 11,131 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
7,615
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,791
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 1,553
Registration plate lamp not working 1,444
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,295
position lamp(s) not working 962
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RA55 GVN is a 2005 Subaru Outback in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Outback models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 91,765 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Outback fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,791 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA55 GVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Outback typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Subaru Outback is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA55 GVN registered?

RA55 GVN is a 2005 Subaru Outback, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is RA55 GVN safe to buy?

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