2005 Subaru Forester 2.5L Petrol · GR05 MWA
2005 Subaru Forester (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 163,058 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU FORESTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 163,058 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GR05 MWA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/01/2026
- 163,058 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GR05 MWA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Subaru Forester (GR05 MWA) between February 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
GR05 MWA Mileage History
- 28/02/2024156,019 mi
- 01/03/2024156,059 mi+40 mi
- 19/02/2025160,032 mi+3,973 mi
- 19/02/2025160,033 mi+1 mi
- 22/01/2026163,058 mi+3,025 mi
Average of roughly 3,704 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Subaru Subaru Forester Mk2 (SG)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Head Gasket Failure (2.5L Engines)Serious
The 2.5L EJ25 engine in the SG XT is prone to external coolant and oil leaks from the head gaskets, eventually leading to overheating. UK MOT data records engine oil/coolant leaks and exhaust leaks as a recurring failure area on this generation.
- Self-Levelling Suspension (SLS) FailureModerate
The original rear struts leak and sag over time, leaving the rear of the SG sitting low, especially when towing or loaded. Suspension is a leading MOT failure area on this generation, and genuine OEM SLS parts are expensive in the UK.
- Rear Subframe and Mounting Point CorrosionModerate
UK road salt attacks the rear subframe and its suspension mounting points, often before the body panels look especially rusty. Corrosion around prescribed areas is a recorded MOT failure on this generation and can become structural if ignored.
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