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GN02 RCX

2002 Subaru Forester

Yellow Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,728 mi
Last recorded131,728 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 RCX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 131,728 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 1 May 2013 131,951 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 May 2012 109,284 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2011 103,491 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 96,143 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 82,462 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 72,328 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 67,718 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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GN02 RCX is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Yellow with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GN02 RCX, 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.

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What year was GN02 RCX registered?

GN02 RCX is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is GN02 RCX safe to buy?

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