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AM02 OXC

2002 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,972 mi
Last recorded154,972 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 OXC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 154,972 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 146,615 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 139,628 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 129,780 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 122,050 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 112,800 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 112,800 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 105,832 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 98,194 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 89,449 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 89,441 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 80,431 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 66,531 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 47,644 miles

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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AM02 OXC is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,215 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 AM02 OXC, 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 24 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM02 OXC registered?

AM02 OXC is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 20 May 2002.

Is AM02 OXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM02 OXC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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