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YC04 RFR

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

132,400 mi
Last recorded132,400 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC04 RFR
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 132,400 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 132,400 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 122,710 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 122,710 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 118,508 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 111,758 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 105,042 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 98,807 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 91,920 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 82,984 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 74,029 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 64,767 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 56,236 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 44,635 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2007 34,057 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 34,057 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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YC04 RFR is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YC04 RFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC04 RFR registered?

YC04 RFR is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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The MOT history for YC04 RFR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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