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VU54 XNP

2004 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,955 mi
Last recorded126,955 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 XNP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 126,955 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 118,224 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 118,169 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 108,298 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 96,095 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 85,647 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 73,571 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 73,082 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 60,786 miles

rear tyres slightly low tread

Pass 23 Aug 2010 57,533 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 51,810 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 40,826 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 31,123 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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VU54 XNP is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VU54 XNP, 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 VU54 XNP registered?

VU54 XNP is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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