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2005 Subaru Forester STi SG9

80,993 miles Manual Petrol York
£18,985
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Market snapshot

How this vehicle compares

10th cheapest of 29 similar cars on BumpyGoat
Lower mileage than 8% of similar cars
Similar cars average 31 days live
Diagnosis

Overall condition

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Low mileage for its age Good MOT history

Vehicle details

Year 2005
Registration YW55 LMU
Power 276 bhp
Engine 2.5L
Body type SUV
Transmission Manual
Fuel Petrol
Doors 5
Seats 5

Description

The Subaru Forester STi delivers an engaging and planted driving experience, with lively response and confident four-wheel-drive grip that makes it equally at home on open roads and in mixed conditions. The manual six-speed gearbox and robust 2.5-litre engine give a connected feel, offering both usable power and a rewarding driving character you can enjoy daily.

Practical and versatile, the Forester combines roomy accommodation and a sensible load area with comfortable velour-trimmed seats. This particular example is a well-preserved STi variant, presented in a desirable specification and ready to be enjoyed by someone seeking a distinctive, driver-focused compact SUV with genuine appeal.

Trust

Vehicle health & MOT history for YW55 LMU

Very good MOT condition
80

Good MOT record with some wear signs

Passed MOT history, but some wear advisories should be checked.

Last result: Passed Expires: 01 Jul 2026 Tests: 1
MOT has expired
Safety

Risk level

Needs verification

MOT has expired

Recommendation

Ask the seller to confirm HPI, MOT, keys and service history before travelling.

Information incomplete
Summary

Use case fit

Strong performer
Motorway Long trips Mixed use

Better suited to mixed driving, motorway use and longer-distance travel.

Recommended use: mixed distance More comfortable beyond city driving
Cost

Annual cost

Estimated
£3,720 / year
Insurance £900
Fuel £1,400
Maintenance £1,060
Road tax £360
Higher annual running cost

Best points and things to consider

Quick summary

Best points

Strengths
  • Low mileage for its age.
  • Good MOT pass history from DVSA records.
  • Practical five-door layout.
  • Suitable for family or daily use.

Things to consider

Before travelling
  • MOT appears to be expired.
  • Condition indicators suggest extra checks are sensible.
  • Number of keys is not confirmed.
  • No HPI check is listed.
Quick guide only: always confirm the vehicle details with the seller before travelling.
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