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YT05 LYX

2005 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,264 mi
Last recorded99,264 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Subaru Forester85,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 LYX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 99,264 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 93,306 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 83,433 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 80,371 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 72,374 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 65,441 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 60,182 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 47,908 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 47,770 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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 LYX is a 2005 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LYX, 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 LYX registered?

YT05 LYX is a 2005 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is YT05 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT05 LYX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YT05 LYX have outstanding finance?

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