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MD51 GNS

2011 Subaru Forester

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,078 mi
Last recorded104,078 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Subaru Forester75,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD51 GNS
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 104,078 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 98,603 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 98,603 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 92,215 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 83,673 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 76,932 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 17 Mar 2022 76,932 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 72,951 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 70,248 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 57,168 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 48,035 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 37,270 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 29,966 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 23,494 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 17,183 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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MD51 GNS is a 2011 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 75,983 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 MD51 GNS, 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 15 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MD51 GNS registered?

MD51 GNS is a 2011 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 March 2011.

Is MD51 GNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD51 GNS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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