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YR05 AYP

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

132,143 mi
Last recorded132,143 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 AYP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 132,143 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 126,996 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 124,556 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 119,862 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 119,859 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 114,065 miles

both rear tyres inner side walls cracking but not showing cords

Pass 1 Mar 2017 107,425 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 100,326 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 92,014 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 84,307 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 77,880 miles

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 2 Feb 2012 70,074 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 53,246 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 38,543 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 28,092 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 21,506 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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YR05 AYP is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YR05 AYP, 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.

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What year was YR05 AYP registered?

YR05 AYP is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is YR05 AYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR05 AYP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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