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SW55 HKP

2006 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,395 mi
Last recorded91,395 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 HKP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 91,395 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 91,395 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 87,121 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 77,659 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 70,891 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 63,626 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 55,680 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 55,680 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 45,381 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 40,450 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 29,514 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 22,156 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SW55 HKP is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 82,251 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 SW55 HKP, 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 20 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW55 HKP registered?

SW55 HKP is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is SW55 HKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 HKP shows 12 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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