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FG52 SOS

2002 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

140,201 mi
Last recorded140,201 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 SOS
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2021 140,201 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 137,374 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 137,366 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 133,713 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated And off side (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 124,859 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 124,859 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 113,641 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 107,927 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)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 98,581 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 94,684 miles

Rear exhaust silencer starting to deteriorate

Pass 13 Nov 2012 91,768 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 84,868 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 80,990 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 77,416 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 72,760 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 64,476 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 52,800 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 41,656 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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FG52 SOS is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FG52 SOS, 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 FG52 SOS registered?

FG52 SOS is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 November 2002.

Is FG52 SOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG52 SOS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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