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AU10 STX

2010 Subaru Forester

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2022
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

139,623 mi
Last recorded139,623 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 2010 Subaru Forester77,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU10 STX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 139,623 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 139,623 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 132,897 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 132,897 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 121,846 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 121,846 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 113,151 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 104,013 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 104,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 93,943 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 93,943 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 83,816 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 67,431 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 67,431 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 52,349 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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AU10 STX is a 2010 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2010 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 77,277 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 AU10 STX, 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 16 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 AU10 STX registered?

AU10 STX is a 2010 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2010.

Is AU10 STX safe to buy?

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