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YM05 NZE

2005 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,482 mi
Last recorded103,482 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM05 NZE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 103,482 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 91,922 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ALL REQ CLEAN RE PRESSURE CHECK WAX OIL GREASE PREVENTIVE MAINTANACE REQ

Pass 2 Mar 2015 91,922 miles

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ALL REQ CLEAN RE PRESSURE CHECK WAX OIL GREASE PREVENTIVE MAINTANACE REQ

Pass 27 Feb 2014 80,342 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 71,151 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 63,937 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 57,334 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 51,359 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 43,131 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

near side wiper smearing slightly

Pass 4 Mar 2008 36,156 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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YM05 NZE is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YM05 NZE, 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 YM05 NZE registered?

YM05 NZE is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is YM05 NZE safe to buy?

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