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CX09 VLJ

2009 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

158,520 mi
Last recorded158,520 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX09 VLJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 158,520 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 158,520 miles

Towbar attachment insecure (6.1.6 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 148,966 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 142,499 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 142,477 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 136,376 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 125,263 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 115,983 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 115,983 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 103,440 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 91,418 miles

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Towbar electrics require inspection

Pass 26 Feb 2014 75,068 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 75,066 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 55,163 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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CX09 VLJ is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CX09 VLJ, 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 CX09 VLJ registered?

CX09 VLJ is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is CX09 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX09 VLJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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