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YK04 FRB

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

208,883 mi
Last recorded208,883 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 FRB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 208,883 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underside corrosion

Pass 3 Feb 2022 195,952 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 181,711 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 170,591 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 161,507 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 150,574 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 140,461 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 130,490 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 119,748 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 113,725 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 99,544 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 99,435 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 82,126 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 64,828 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 45,015 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 22,835 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 14,954 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 10,689 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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YK04 FRB is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YK04 FRB, 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 YK04 FRB registered?

YK04 FRB is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is YK04 FRB safe to buy?

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