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DRZ 5888

2011 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,983 mi
Last recorded103,983 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel82,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 5888
MakeSubaru
ModelForester XC Boxer Diesel
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2025 103,983 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 99,733 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 91,549 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 88,631 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 78,912 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 71,706 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 61,412 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel?

Based on 1,767 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
7,905
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
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DRZ 5888 is a 2011 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 82,573 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRZ 5888, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 15 years old, this Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRZ 5888 registered?

DRZ 5888 is a 2011 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is DRZ 5888 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 5888 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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