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SN05 ZDR

2005 Subaru Forester

Gold Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,921 mi
Last recorded83,921 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 ZDR
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 83,921 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 77,149 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 70,709 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 63,804 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 63,261 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 60,422 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 56,475 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 53,913 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 52,004 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 50,259 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 47,282 miles

front tyres cracking

Pass 29 Feb 2016 45,038 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 45,038 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 44,572 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 43,634 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 41,770 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 39,202 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 37,760 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 37,760 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 36,421 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 36,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 29,757 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 21,944 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 20,533 miles

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

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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SN05 ZDR is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SN05 ZDR, 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 SN05 ZDR?

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What year was SN05 ZDR registered?

SN05 ZDR is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is SN05 ZDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN05 ZDR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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