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YK05 JZU

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,051 mi
Last recorded42,051 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 JZU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2012 42,051 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 42,051 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 66,026 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 58,453 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 49,588 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 41,576 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 30,028 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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YK05 JZU is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YK05 JZU, 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 YK05 JZU registered?

YK05 JZU is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is YK05 JZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK05 JZU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YK05 JZU have outstanding finance?

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