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YS54 XBR

2004 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

118,933 mi
Last recorded118,933 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Subaru Forester88,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS54 XBR
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 118,933 miles

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

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

rear anti role bar rubbers weakening

Pass 2 May 2023 102,143 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 97,127 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 67,873 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 67,470 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 66,771 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 65,878 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 65,878 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2013 63,915 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 61,285 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 52,234 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 44,368 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 35,782 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 28,734 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 20,981 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YS54 XBR is a 2004 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YS54 XBR, 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 YS54 XBR registered?

YS54 XBR is a 2004 Subaru Forester, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is YS54 XBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS54 XBR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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