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ST54 SPX

2005 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

110,501 mi
Last recorded110,501 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST54 SPX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 110,501 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 102,626 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 89,401 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 69,045 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 55,538 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 55,538 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 48,054 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 35,337 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 23,467 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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ST54 SPX is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ST54 SPX, 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 ST54 SPX?

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What year was ST54 SPX registered?

ST54 SPX is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is ST54 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST54 SPX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST54 SPX have outstanding finance?

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