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DG06 JHV

2006 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,158 mi
Last recorded135,158 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG06 JHV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2017 135,158 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH REAR (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2017 135,158 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 124,276 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 124,276 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 113,769 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 113,769 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 106,125 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 95,053 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 86,626 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 73,187 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 62,742 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 52,606 miles

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

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

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

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

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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DG06 JHV is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 82,251 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 DG06 JHV, 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 20 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG06 JHV registered?

DG06 JHV is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 16 August 2006.

Is DG06 JHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG06 JHV shows 12 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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