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BV58 HPK

2008 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,621 mi
Last recorded155,621 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 HPK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2015 155,621 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 139,258 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 113,254 miles

engine Man light indicates a fault.

Pass 26 Sep 2012 89,568 miles

Headlight adjuster arm snapped o/s/r

Fail 25 Sep 2012 89,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Headlight adjuster arm snapped o/s/r

Pass 26 Sep 2011 62,708 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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BV58 HPK is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV58 HPK, 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.

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What year was BV58 HPK registered?

BV58 HPK is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is BV58 HPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV58 HPK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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