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GX12 NZA

2012 Subaru Forester

Maroon Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,202 mi
Last recorded84,202 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Subaru Forester72,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX12 NZA
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 84,202 miles
Fail 9 May 2026 84,202 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 76,751 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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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GX12 NZA is a 2012 Subaru Forester in Maroon with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GX12 NZA, 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

How do I check the history of GX12 NZA?

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What year was GX12 NZA registered?

GX12 NZA is a 2012 Subaru Forester, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is GX12 NZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX12 NZA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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