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FD08 EUP

2008 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,511 mi
Last recorded73,511 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 EUP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 73,511 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 61,672 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 53,692 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 51,914 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 50,748 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 47,608 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 46,503 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

Pass 31 Oct 2019 46,047 miles

nearside front anti roll bar D bush slight play

Pass 1 Nov 2018 44,776 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 43,458 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2017 41,863 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 39,019 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 36,349 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 33,030 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 29,508 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 26,217 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 22,265 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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FD08 EUP is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 FD08 EUP, 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

How do I check the history of FD08 EUP?

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What year was FD08 EUP registered?

FD08 EUP is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is FD08 EUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 EUP shows 17 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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