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BK08 FYB

2008 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

119,840 mi
Last recorded119,840 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 FYB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 119,840 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 119,840 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 106,858 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 92,644 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 84,284 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 72,102 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 60,419 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 47,917 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 34,304 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 25,552 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 FYB is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Silver 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 FYB, 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 FYB registered?

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

Is BK08 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 FYB 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.

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