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KJ02 XHL

2002 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,975 mi
Last recorded90,975 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ02 XHL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2018 90,975 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 86,747 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 81,578 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 74,875 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 74,875 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 67,929 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 60,427 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 53,962 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 49,539 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 43,529 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 38,739 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 34,606 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 29,881 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 26,461 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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KJ02 XHL is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KJ02 XHL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KJ02 XHL registered?

KJ02 XHL is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 16 March 2002.

Is KJ02 XHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ02 XHL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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