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CA57 WDW

2008 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,729 mi
Last recorded51,729 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA57 WDW
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2026 51,729 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 49,216 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 46,725 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 44,809 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 42,820 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 40,351 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 38,093 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 34,860 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 30,972 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 27,871 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 24,337 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 20,668 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 16,510 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 13,025 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 8,586 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 3,994 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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CA57 WDW is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CA57 WDW, 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

How do I check the history of CA57 WDW?

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What year was CA57 WDW registered?

CA57 WDW is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is CA57 WDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA57 WDW shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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