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RV55 UXZ

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

108,058 mi
Last recorded108,058 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 UXZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 108,058 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 98,585 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 91,842 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 86,766 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 82,163 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 82,163 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 81,574 miles

All tyre valves perished/deteriorated

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 81,574 miles

All tyre valves perished/deteriorated

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 81,243 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 79,601 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 79,592 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn off side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 71,753 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 70,485 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 68,635 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 64,772 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 64,729 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 59,886 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 52,824 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 42,314 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 32,363 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2009 27,562 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 27,562 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 21,646 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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RV55 UXZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RV55 UXZ, 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

How do I check the history of RV55 UXZ?

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What year was RV55 UXZ registered?

RV55 UXZ is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is RV55 UXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 UXZ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV55 UXZ have outstanding finance?

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