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FE58 PYV

2008 Subaru Forester

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,050 mi
Last recorded129,050 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 PYV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 129,050 miles

light general underside age related surface corrosion

Pass 19 Aug 2015 118,396 miles

traction control light on

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Aug 2015 118,395 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine managment light on

traction control light on

Pass 14 Aug 2014 103,974 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 103,974 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 90,392 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 72,925 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 55,068 miles

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

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

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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FE58 PYV is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FE58 PYV, 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 FE58 PYV registered?

FE58 PYV is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is FE58 PYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 PYV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE58 PYV have outstanding finance?

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