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DN61 FVG

2011 Subaru Forester

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,320 mi
Last recorded118,320 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Subaru Forester75,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN61 FVG
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 118,320 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 118,319 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative linkage broken (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 106,122 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 90,954 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 76,254 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 65,318 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 65,318 miles

Offside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wiper blade ripped (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 58,920 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 55,339 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 48,963 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 42,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 36,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Dec 2015 28,998 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 20,708 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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DN61 FVG is a 2011 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 75,983 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 DN61 FVG, 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 15 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 DN61 FVG?

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What year was DN61 FVG registered?

DN61 FVG is a 2011 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is DN61 FVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN61 FVG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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