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BJ08 TKK

2008 Subaru Forester

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

56,981 mi
Last recorded56,981 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 56,981 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 51,791 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 49,555 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 47,620 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 44,152 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 41,172 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 38,676 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 36,286 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 32,905 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 28,979 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 28,979 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 24,402 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 22,384 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 20,014 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 18,000 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 16,185 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,877 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 TKK is a 2008 Subaru Forester in White 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 BJ08 TKK, 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 TKK registered?

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

Is BJ08 TKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 TKK 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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