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VO05 ERU

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

133,137 mi
Last recorded133,137 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO05 ERU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 133,137 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 129,676 miles

Front brake pads getting down both sides

Pass 31 Aug 2023 125,359 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 121,900 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 119,328 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 116,684 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 110,459 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 102,973 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 102,969 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 95,277 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 88,341 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 80,938 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 74,215 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 74,215 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 65,610 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 54,104 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 45,905 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,046 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 27,039 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 27,031 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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VO05 ERU is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 85,563 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 VO05 ERU, 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 21 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VO05 ERU?

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What year was VO05 ERU registered?

VO05 ERU is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is VO05 ERU safe to buy?

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