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BJ08 TCU

2008 Subaru Forester

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

117,536 mi
Last recorded117,536 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 TCU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 117,536 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 108,119 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

undertrays obscuring underbody components

Fail 23 Sep 2024 108,119 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

undertrays obscuring underbody components

Pass 10 Oct 2023 104,245 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front - back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215./55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front - back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering wheel turning hard

Fail 2 Oct 2023 104,245 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned Headlight aim is to the right site (4.1.4 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front - back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215./55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front - back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering wheel turning hard

Pass 9 Sep 2022 101,408 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT PADS LOW DIFFICULT TO SEE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing WORN INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing WORN INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 99,083 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 95,601 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Mar 2020 95,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kikout to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 89,971 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 84,905 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 83,950 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 83,780 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 81,907 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 72,784 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 64,234 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 55,229 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 44,583 miles

advise n/s front pads worn

advise o/s front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 18 Nov 2011 33,732 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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BJ08 TCU is a 2008 Subaru Forester in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BJ08 TCU, 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 BJ08 TCU registered?

BJ08 TCU is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BJ08 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 TCU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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