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DV08 FGN

2008 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,729 mi
Last recorded70,729 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 FGN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 70,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and tyre perished sidewall and tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 69,301 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 68,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general underside light corrosion

Pass 5 Sep 2022 67,518 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 66,828 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 66,134 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 64,595 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 62,902 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 61,786 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 59,153 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 57,765 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 53,887 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 52,011 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 47,813 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 42,297 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 40,592 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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DV08 FGN is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,799 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 DV08 FGN, 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 18 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DV08 FGN registered?

DV08 FGN is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DV08 FGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 FGN shows 16 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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