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BD08 BFA

2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca

Grey Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

96,536 mi
Last recorded96,536 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca68,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 BFA
MakeSubaru
ModelB9 Tribeca
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 96,536 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 91,592 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 85,543 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 79,653 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 70,920 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 59,868 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 48,736 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 40,077 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 40,076 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 26 May 2015 36,543 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 30,817 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 25,730 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 20,111 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 13,131 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru B9 Tribeca?

Based on 7,310 MOT tests across 547 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
6,198
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 108
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 107
position lamp(s) not working 79
Stop lamp not working 71
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BD08 BFA is a 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca in Grey with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 68,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru B9 Tribeca fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD08 BFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru B9 Tribeca typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Subaru B9 Tribeca is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD08 BFA registered?

BD08 BFA is a 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is BD08 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 BFA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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