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CF56 FDV

2018 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

95,309 mi
Last recorded95,309 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2018 Subaru Forester36,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF56 FDV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 95,309 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 91,404 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 91,404 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 85,576 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine cover, under tray and plastic outer sill covers fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2021 85,565 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine cover, under tray and plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2020 76,504 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

Fail 24 Feb 2020 76,488 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing nearside and offside (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/55-17 94v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed prized open cut/cords seen (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers/undertrays

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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CF56 FDV is a 2018 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2018 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,449 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 CF56 FDV, 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 8 years old, this Subaru Forester is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CF56 FDV registered?

CF56 FDV is a 2018 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is CF56 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF56 FDV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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