MOT Status
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115,828 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged cracking (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm bush worn cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm bush worn cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre worn cuts all round (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
both sides front brake discs pitted but servicable
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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AM08 FCC is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FCC, 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.
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What year was AM08 FCC registered?
AM08 FCC is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 18 March 2008.
Is AM08 FCC safe to buy?
The MOT history for AM08 FCC shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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