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BJ08 TFN

2008 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,378 mi
Last recorded42,378 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2013
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Subaru
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 TFN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2013 42,378 miles

front number plate cracked.

Pass 25 Jul 2012 32,978 miles

front number plate damaged/cracked.

Pass 19 May 2011 19,440 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 TFN is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TFN, 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 TFN registered?

BJ08 TFN is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is BJ08 TFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 TFN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ08 TFN have outstanding finance?

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