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BV09 URU

2009 Subaru Forester

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,806 mi
Last recorded155,806 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 URU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 155,806 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 138,774 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 123,197 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 107,290 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 92,555 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 77,406 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Feb 2012 56,720 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 56,720 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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BV09 URU is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 77,113 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 BV09 URU, 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 17 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV09 URU registered?

BV09 URU is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is BV09 URU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 URU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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