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GK09 RLY

2009 Subaru Forester

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,180 mi
Last recorded11,180 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 RLY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 11,180 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 11,090 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 10,972 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 10,816 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 10,628 miles

front tyres cracking and perrishing

Fail 7 Jul 2022 10,628 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front tyres cracking and perrishing

Pass 18 Jun 2021 10,266 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 10,217 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 9,957 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 9,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2017 8,952 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 25 May 2016 8,246 miles

front bake discs "pitted"

Fail 5 Jun 2015 7,426 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 7,426 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 6,132 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 5,270 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 4,685 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 25,707 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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GK09 RLY is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 77,113 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 GK09 RLY, 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 17 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 GK09 RLY?

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What year was GK09 RLY registered?

GK09 RLY is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 15 June 2009.

Is GK09 RLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK09 RLY 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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