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MW51 LBA

2002 Subaru Forester

Silver Lpg 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

148,959 mi
Last recorded148,959 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW51 LBA
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Sep 2018 148,959 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill rusty and holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bushes and bolts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected brake hose mount corroded and insecure (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Sub-frame strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced bushes and bolts (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Sub-frame strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

both outer sills not tested as fitted with full covers on.

rear of car very corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2017 140,192 miles

both headlight lenses deteriorating

dust shields on rear backplates corroded

general age deterioration of suspension bushes

Fail 18 Sep 2017 140,192 miles

All position lamps not working unable to operate with ignition off (1.1.A.3b)

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

both headlight lenses deteriorating

dust shields on rear backplates corroded

general age deterioration of suspension bushes

Pass 19 Sep 2016 131,598 miles

Both rear brake back plates are corroding.

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 118,165 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 100,758 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 90,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake back plates are corroding.

Underside of vehicle has been painted black recently making examination very difficult.

Pass 18 Sep 2013 90,477 miles

Rear brake back plates are corroding.

Underside of vehicle has been painted black recently making examination very difficult.

Pass 17 Sep 2012 78,059 miles

The engine MIL lamp stays on.

Fail 17 Sep 2012 78,059 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

The engine MIL lamp stays on.

Pass 20 Sep 2011 72,879 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 67,081 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2010 67,081 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 61,192 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 56,388 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 51,356 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 455,947 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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MW51 LBA is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MW51 LBA, 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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MW51 LBA is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 15 January 2002.

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