MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
152,240 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Exhaust system corroded.
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
exhaust deteriorated and 1 hanger broken
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
exhaust deteriorated 1 hanger broken
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
exhaust deteriorated 1 hanger broken
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
exhaust deteriorated and 1 bracket broken
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
rear tyre slight wear on inner edges
How Reliable is the Subaru Forester?
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VA04 YAY is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.
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 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 VA04 YAY, 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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What year was VA04 YAY registered?
VA04 YAY is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 July 2004.
Is VA04 YAY safe to buy?
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