The road tax status for VN05 DFV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VN05 DFV?

The MOT for VN05 DFV is valid and due for renewal on or before 7 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of VN05 DFV?

The recorded mileage for VN05 DFV is 175,594 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VN05 DFV ULEZ compliant?

No, VN05 DFV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2005 Subaru Outback 3.0L Petrol · VN05 DFV

VN05 DFV

2005 Subaru Outback (3.0L, petrol). First registered 29/04/2005. Recorded mileage 175,594 miles. MOT valid until 07/05/2027.

Make & Model: SUBARU OUTBACK
Year / Origin: 2005 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 07/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 175,594 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 175,594 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 3000cc

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VN05 DFV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
175,594 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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VN05 DFV Mileage History

25/04/2024170,216 mi
25/04/2024170,218 mi+2 mi
07/05/2025173,093 mi+2,875 mi
09/04/2026175,594 mi+2,501 mi
09/04/2026175,594 mi

Average of roughly 2,751 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VN05 DFV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 13:58

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Subaru Outback (VN05 DFV) between April 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 09 April 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: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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