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SY04 EXE

2004 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

147,478 mi
Last recorded147,478 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY04 EXE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 21 May 2019 147,478 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipe ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at center pipe flange (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 142,792 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 142,792 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 137,447 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine light on

Fail 13 Jun 2017 137,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded small hole in inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure bolt missing (1.7.3)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine light on

Pass 16 Jun 2016 128,965 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 128,964 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded through floor to join (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

strong smell of fuel under car

Pass 13 May 2015 119,310 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 11 May 2015 119,286 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine management light on

Fail 28 May 2014 103,632 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 May 2014 103,632 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 88,810 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

catalytic convertor flange corrodded

exhaust tailbox deteriorated and leaking slightly

Fail 11 Jun 2013 88,810 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

1x rear exhaust bracket broken

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

catalytic convertor flange corrodded

exhaust tailbox deteriorated and leaking slightly

Pass 25 Jun 2012 75,732 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 28,988 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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SY04 EXE is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 88,952 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY04 EXE, 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 22 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SY04 EXE is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 June 2004.

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