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YR55 YMH

2005 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

170,361 mi
Last recorded170,361 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 YMH
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 170,361 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

brake disc modified but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1n)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 159,639 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both rear (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 154,428 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 141,341 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 124,603 miles

both front tyres wearing on edgers

Pass 25 Oct 2012 112,540 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 95,125 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 78,181 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 78,181 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 60,158 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 60,158 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 38,079 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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YR55 YMH is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YR55 YMH, 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 YR55 YMH registered?

YR55 YMH is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is YR55 YMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR55 YMH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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