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GK12 XMF

2012 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

124,506 mi
Last recorded124,506 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Subaru Forester72,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 XMF
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 124,506 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2025 124,506 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 116,340 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 107,972 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 102,242 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 102,049 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn detached (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 98,025 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 97,793 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 85,542 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 74,130 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 59,814 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 51,243 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 10 Feb 2017 51,240 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2016 37,343 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 24,750 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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GK12 XMF is a 2012 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 72,443 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 GK12 XMF, 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 14 years old, this Subaru Forester is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK12 XMF registered?

GK12 XMF is a 2012 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is GK12 XMF safe to buy?

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