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YS55 SFO

2005 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,184 mi
Last recorded59,184 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS55 SFO
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 59,184 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 58,286 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 57,273 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 56,198 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 55,038 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 53,879 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 52,636 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 50,816 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 48,757 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 46,327 miles

Offside Front worn on inside edge but not showing cords

Pass 29 Dec 2015 43,988 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 41,524 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 38,179 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 34,707 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 31,406 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 27,028 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 23,303 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 19,177 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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YS55 SFO is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YS55 SFO, 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

How do I check the history of YS55 SFO?

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What year was YS55 SFO registered?

YS55 SFO is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 December 2005.

Is YS55 SFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS55 SFO shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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