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YB54 HGD

2005 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,242 mi
Last recorded92,242 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB54 HGD
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2016 92,242 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front join (7.1.2)

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive Inner rear cill distorted at jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 77,827 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 72,611 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 72,611 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 56,215 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 48,462 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 39,284 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 31,056 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 23,554 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 23,554 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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YB54 HGD is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YB54 HGD, 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 YB54 HGD registered?

YB54 HGD is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is YB54 HGD safe to buy?

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