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YF04 EDP

2004 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF04 EDP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016

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

pads low

Pass 24 Apr 2015 172,221 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 160,105 miles

o/s front tyre has a cut on inner side wall

Fail 26 Sep 2013 160,103 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s front tyre has a cut on inner side wall

Pass 4 Oct 2012 150,719 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 141,124 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 130,747 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 117,857 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 105,366 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 89,546 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 89,444 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 89,444 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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YF04 EDP is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF04 EDP, 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 YF04 EDP registered?

YF04 EDP is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 July 2004.

Is YF04 EDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF04 EDP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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