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FD57 RTU

2008 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,556 mi
Last recorded136,556 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD57 RTU
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 136,556 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 118,698 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 118,698 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 88,068 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 62,457 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs pitted and worn low

Fail 31 Aug 2012 62,457 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs pitted and worn low

Fail 6 Sep 2011 52,424 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 52,424 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 42,169 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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FD57 RTU is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD57 RTU, 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 FD57 RTU registered?

FD57 RTU is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is FD57 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD57 RTU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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