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VF06 BYS

2006 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,786 mi
Last recorded116,786 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF06 BYS
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 116,786 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 99,709 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 99,709 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2023 94,836 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 86,548 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 81,132 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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VF06 BYS is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 VF06 BYS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VF06 BYS registered?

VF06 BYS is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is VF06 BYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF06 BYS shows 6 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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