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AM08 FBC

2008 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

142,216 mi
Last recorded142,216 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 FBC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 142,216 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 133,984 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Apr 2022 133,984 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 122,949 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 116,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 111,024 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 105,030 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 97,364 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 86,449 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 76,783 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 68,124 miles

front pads low

front suspension arms rear bushes perished

wear on front roll bar D bushes

windscreen cracked but not in drivers view

Pass 15 Jan 2014 65,673 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 55,201 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 45,862 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 43,168 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 34,582 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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AM08 FBC is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,799 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 AM08 FBC, 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 18 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM08 FBC registered?

AM08 FBC is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is AM08 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 FBC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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