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YG55 XER

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,487 mi
Last recorded95,487 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 XER
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2015 95,487 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Sill covers obscuring examination of area

Undertray obscuring examination of some components

Pass 19 Jan 2015 78,348 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 77,903 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 56,900 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 56,900 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 36,050 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 29,358 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 24,650 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 19,941 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 14,177 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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YG55 XER is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver 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 YG55 XER, 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 YG55 XER registered?

YG55 XER is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is YG55 XER safe to buy?

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