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BN61 DKA

2011 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,583 mi
Last recorded111,583 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Subaru Forester75,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 DKA
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 111,583 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 106,390 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 106,390 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 102,502 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 100,720 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 96,310 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 88,500 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 84,518 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 84,518 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 78,647 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 68,746 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 61,892 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 61,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 50,766 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 50,766 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 42,831 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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BN61 DKA is a 2011 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 75,983 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN61 DKA, 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 15 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 BN61 DKA registered?

BN61 DKA is a 2011 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 October 2011.

Is BN61 DKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 DKA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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