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HX02 WXL

2002 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,068 mi
Last recorded178,068 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX02 WXL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 178,068 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 165,075 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing starting too get noisy

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 165,074 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing starting too get noisy

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 152,312 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 146,652 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 1 Oct 2013 140,043 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 139,993 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2012 136,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

exhaust corroding

slight corrosion to steel brake pipes

Pass 25 Apr 2012 136,296 miles

exhaust corroding

slight corrosion to steel brake pipes

Pass 23 Apr 2011 131,868 miles

exhaust deteriating and minor leaks.offside inner drive boot split.brake pipes starting to show minor corrosion.

Pass 7 Apr 2010 124,116 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 114,631 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 106,974 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 98,946 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 83,471 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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HX02 WXL is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HX02 WXL, 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 HX02 WXL registered?

HX02 WXL is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is HX02 WXL safe to buy?

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