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KF02 CEK

2002 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

128,177 mi
Last recorded128,177 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF02 CEK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2019 128,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear inner wing behind rear axle slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 15 Jan 2019 128,177 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear inner wing behind rear axle slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 125,728 miles

All tyres are perished on side walls. No cords showing

Fail 18 Jan 2018 125,728 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

All tyres are perished on side walls. No cords showing

Pass 23 Jan 2017 125,439 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 125,439 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 125,033 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

under-trays fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2016 125,033 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

under-trays fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2014 124,238 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Nov 2013 122,811 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 122,811 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 119,172 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 115,387 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 9 Nov 2011 115,387 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 9 Nov 2010 109,523 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 105,386 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 105,385 miles

Centre Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Outer Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 102,586 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 102,586 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 94,860 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 82,531 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 69,162 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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KF02 CEK is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 KF02 CEK, 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 KF02 CEK registered?

KF02 CEK is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 March 2002.

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