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RV55 UYK

2005 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,284 mi
Last recorded75,284 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 UYK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2016 75,284 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 74,593 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 73,367 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 67,764 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 56,977 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 47,110 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 36,850 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 27,601 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 UYK is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UYK, 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 UYK?

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What year was RV55 UYK registered?

RV55 UYK is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is RV55 UYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 UYK shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV55 UYK have outstanding finance?

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