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BD08 UWP

2008 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

117,147 mi
Last recorded117,147 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 UWP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 117,147 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 108,676 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 104,353 miles

Both FRONT lower wishbone arm rear bush starting to crack/perish

Fail 19 Oct 2023 104,353 miles

Both FRONT lower wishbone arm rear bush starting to crack/perish

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 100,500 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 97,646 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 93,755 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 89,526 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play very slight play at top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust clamp joints excess corrosion.....system not leaking yet or insecure

Pass 2 Oct 2018 83,922 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 78,505 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 72,620 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 66,638 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 59,940 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 53,742 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 47,811 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 46,560 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 38,574 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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BD08 UWP is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BD08 UWP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD08 UWP registered?

BD08 UWP is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is BD08 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 UWP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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