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AV59 FZC

2009 Subaru Forester

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,099 mi
Last recorded114,099 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 FZC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 114,099 miles

under side muddy and general corrosion

Fail 23 Nov 2020 114,099 miles

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

under side muddy and general corrosion

Pass 13 Jun 2019 98,630 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 91,824 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 82,904 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 72,195 miles

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

N/S/F TYRE WEARING LOW

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 64,222 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 58,145 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 58,145 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2013 51,516 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 45,205 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 45,205 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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AV59 FZC is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 77,113 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 AV59 FZC, 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 17 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV59 FZC registered?

AV59 FZC is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is AV59 FZC safe to buy?

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