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YB54 WMV

2005 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

117,180 mi
Last recorded117,180 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB54 WMV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 117,180 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box outer skin (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 117,180 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box outer skin (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 101,012 miles

sills floor chassi brake pipes REQ CLEAN WAX OIL GREASE THROUGH OUT PREVENTIVE MAINTANACE REQ

Pass 4 Aug 2014 82,850 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Aug 2014 82,850 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 72,980 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 72,980 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 62,397 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 53,103 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 53,103 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 44,601 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 36,446 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 28,092 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 28,092 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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YB54 WMV is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WMV, 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 WMV registered?

YB54 WMV is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is YB54 WMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB54 WMV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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