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BV09 USB

2009 Subaru Forester

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,209 mi
Last recorded121,209 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 USB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 121,209 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes/both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 121,209 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes/both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 108,231 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 103,027 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2018 103,027 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device missing Split pin in ball joint (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device missing Split pin in ball joint (2.5.A.4)

EML on.

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 96,032 miles

Front n/s & o/s front brakes slightly binding

Pass 15 Dec 2015 85,589 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 81,460 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 70,541 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 70,510 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 58,057 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 42,546 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 USB is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BV09 USB, 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 USB registered?

BV09 USB is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is BV09 USB safe to buy?

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