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VE53 VBN

2004 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,603 mi
Last recorded142,603 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 VBN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 142,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 128,340 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2016 114,614 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 101,443 miles

All tyres showing age related cracks

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 87,736 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 75,058 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2012 63,579 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 63,579 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Dec 2011 52,993 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 52,993 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 41,761 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 32,485 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 32,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 25,400 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 19,513 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 12,030 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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VE53 VBN is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 VE53 VBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE53 VBN registered?

VE53 VBN is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is VE53 VBN safe to buy?

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