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BD08 BGX

2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca

Blue Lpg 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,955 mi
Last recorded143,955 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca68,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 BGX
MakeSubaru
ModelB9 Tribeca
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 143,955 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d - bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d - bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 137,699 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 129,008 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 119,479 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 119,479 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 109,511 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 100,600 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 89,373 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 89,373 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 77,808 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 66,242 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 66,242 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 54,713 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 31,117 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 31,117 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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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 BGX is a 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca in Blue with a 3,000cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BGX, 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.

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What year was BD08 BGX registered?

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

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