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DX02 VXN

2002 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

187,844 mi
Last recorded187,844 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 VXN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 187,844 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 177,457 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

REAR SILENCER CORRODED

Pass 3 Mar 2015 160,376 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 146,773 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 133,335 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 120,426 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 109,972 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 97,540 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 87,181 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 76,509 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2008 76,509 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 65,046 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 53,799 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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DX02 VXN is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2002 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,215 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 DX02 VXN, 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 24 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX02 VXN registered?

DX02 VXN is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is DX02 VXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 VXN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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