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DK58 SJV

2009 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

132,990 mi
Last recorded132,990 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK58 SJV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 132,990 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 132,989 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2017 127,888 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

front and rear load sensors broken

Pass 29 Feb 2016 117,632 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 106,895 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 92,765 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 92,765 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 77,117 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 66,342 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too clean to detect

nearside front tyre bald outer edge,offside very low outer edge

oil below minimum,1 ltr added

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 28 Feb 2012 66,342 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too clean to detect

nearside front tyre bald outer edge,offside very low outer edge

oil below minimum,1 ltr added

rear brake pads appear low

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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DK58 SJV is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DK58 SJV, 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 DK58 SJV registered?

DK58 SJV is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 February 2009.

Is DK58 SJV safe to buy?

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