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DK59 SLV

2009 Subaru Forester

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,613 mi
Last recorded94,613 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK59 SLV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 94,613 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 92,449 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 90,881 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 88,307 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 86,238 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 83,940 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 81,353 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 77,662 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 64,902 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 55,208 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outter edge

Pass 10 Oct 2014 47,952 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 38,538 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 38,538 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 28,692 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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DK59 SLV is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 DK59 SLV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK59 SLV?

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What year was DK59 SLV registered?

DK59 SLV is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is DK59 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK59 SLV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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