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BF59 OCM

2009 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

77,123 mi
Last recorded77,123 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 OCM
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 77,123 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 77,123 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 May 2017 68,350 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 68,350 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2016 57,494 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 46,624 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 41,253 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 41,253 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 32,304 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 21,021 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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BF59 OCM is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BF59 OCM, 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 BF59 OCM registered?

BF59 OCM is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is BF59 OCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 OCM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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