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YT05 ABO

2005 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

152,192 mi
Last recorded152,192 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 ABO
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 152,192 miles

Central Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 147,327 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 138,694 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 120,137 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 109,040 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 98,218 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 92,051 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 92,051 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 81,257 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 70,837 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 60,088 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 49,032 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 36,233 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 24,125 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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YT05 ABO is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YT05 ABO, 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 YT05 ABO registered?

YT05 ABO is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is YT05 ABO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT05 ABO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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