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NX12 SYA

2012 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,157 mi
Last recorded123,157 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Subaru Forester72,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX12 SYA
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 123,157 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 113,398 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 102,047 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 96,879 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 88,621 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 83,539 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 76,269 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 66,981 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 58,973 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 50,799 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 38,322 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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NX12 SYA is a 2012 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 72,443 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 NX12 SYA, 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 14 years old, this Subaru Forester is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NX12 SYA?

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What year was NX12 SYA registered?

NX12 SYA is a 2012 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is NX12 SYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX12 SYA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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