MOT Status
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72,315 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
rear exhaust bracket broken
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
rear exhaust bracket broken
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Approx. 3-4mm (4.1.E.1)
Note;- Engine & cruise warning lamps on indicating a fault?
Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
ENGINE WARNING/CRUISE WARNING LAMPS ON, INDICATING FAULT ON SYSTEM?
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output mirror/wing repeater (1.4.A.2e)
Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
clutch pedal stiff in operation
Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases to rear silencer joint (7.1.2)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
clutch pedal stiff in operation
Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
both front tyres worn on edges
nearside front tyre has a cut in side wall not to cords
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MV08 XCU is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 2008 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,799 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 MV08 XCU, 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 18 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was MV08 XCU registered?
MV08 XCU is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 May 2008.
Is MV08 XCU safe to buy?
The MOT history for MV08 XCU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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