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WX05 OJW

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

51,650 mi
Last recorded51,650 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 OJW
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 51,650 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 51,093 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure Also damaged condition (4.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 50,904 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure Also damaged (4.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 50,837 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure Also has minor damage (4.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 50,733 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 50,185 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear lamp slightly damaged

Pass 1 Dec 2017 49,964 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 48,505 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 46,949 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 44,634 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 42,431 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 42,431 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2012 40,831 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 38,062 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 30,229 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 26,591 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 36,445 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 16,377 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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WX05 OJW is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WX05 OJW, 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 WX05 OJW registered?

WX05 OJW is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 March 2005.

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The MOT history for WX05 OJW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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