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2005 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · VO05 LOA

VO05 LOA

2005 Subaru Forester (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2005. Recorded mileage 170,107 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
SUBARU FORESTER
Year / Origin
2005 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20/07/2023
Road Tax
Untaxed (04/05/2023)
Recorded Mileage
170,107 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 20/07/2023
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 04/05/2023
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2005
Engine
1994cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This vehicle currently has no valid MOT certificate. The last test was recorded in July 2022, and today is June 2026. This four-year gap without a safety test is a significant concern for any buyer. You cannot legally drive this car on public roads without renewing the MOT, and the condition may have deteriorated significantly while standing. The mechanical history shows a persistent issue with the rear shock absorbers. Advisories regarding oil misting or limited damping were recorded in 2020, 2021, and 2022. This suggests the suspension has been worn for several years and likely requires replacement. There is also a history of corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe noted in 2018. Brake corrosion can worsen over time, especially if the vehicle has been unused, posing a serious safety risk. Lighting defects appear frequently, with cracked lenses and defective headlamps noted in the most recent test.

VO05 LOA Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2022
  • 170,107 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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VO05 LOA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 20:30
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 2005 Subaru Forester (VO05 LOA) between July 2022 and July 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY