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WF55 SYV

2005 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

130,454 mi
Last recorded130,454 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF55 SYV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 130,454 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 118,609 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 104,345 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 103,843 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported center bracket detatched (7.1.1)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 91,309 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 84,751 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 79,118 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 76,299 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 73,299 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 61,242 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Oct 2008 52,796 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

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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WF55 SYV is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WF55 SYV, 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

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What year was WF55 SYV registered?

WF55 SYV is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 October 2005.

Is WF55 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF55 SYV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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