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DK52 OBJ

2002 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

151,340 mi
Last recorded151,340 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 OBJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 151,340 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Slight corrosion underside of vehicle

Pass 16 Jan 2020 146,702 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 146,702 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 140,840 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 140,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 138,838 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 138,838 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 133,193 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 127,113 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 127,113 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 116,974 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 110,084 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 110,084 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 99,473 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 83,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 71,356 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 64,283 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 50,729 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 38,152 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 38,015 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 28,093 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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DK52 OBJ is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2002 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,215 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 DK52 OBJ, 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 24 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK52 OBJ registered?

DK52 OBJ is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is DK52 OBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK52 OBJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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