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GY59 CXW

2009 Subaru Forester

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

149,942 mi
Last recorded149,942 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 CXW
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 149,942 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2019 138,747 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted & corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 138,745 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively flat type (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet broken (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted & corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Topped up low engine oil prior to smoke test - 1 Litre

Pass 24 Apr 2018 126,351 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 110,856 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 97,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 May 2016 97,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 75,593 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 75,592 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 64,211 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 43,969 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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GY59 CXW is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 GY59 CXW, 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.

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What year was GY59 CXW registered?

GY59 CXW is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 October 2009.

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