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BK08 FWD

2008 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,790 mi
Last recorded85,790 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 FWD
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 85,790 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 74,795 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 58,930 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 42,025 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 40,103 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 35,767 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 32,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 32,062 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 26,370 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 23,660 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BK08 FWD is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Red with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BK08 FWD, 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 BK08 FWD registered?

BK08 FWD is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BK08 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 FWD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK08 FWD have outstanding finance?

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