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DY02 MXN

2002 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,909 mi
Last recorded108,909 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 MXN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 108,909 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

fuel filler pipe corroded

Pass 1 May 2015 99,609 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 92,146 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 86,575 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 86,575 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 76,971 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 66,295 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 55,948 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 53,670 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 48,711 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 42,379 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 38,714 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 33,716 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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DY02 MXN 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 DY02 MXN, 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.

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What year was DY02 MXN registered?

DY02 MXN is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 April 2002.

Is DY02 MXN safe to buy?

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