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OE52 AAK

2002 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

144,441 mi
Last recorded144,441 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE52 AAK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 144,441 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

inner sills starting to corrode

rear sub frame corroding

Pass 24 Jun 2017 132,899 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust clamp broken

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 124,521 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

osf tyre worn on inner outer edges

Pass 25 Jun 2015 118,580 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2015 118,580 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs wearing thin

Fail 3 Jun 2015 118,566 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 116,268 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake pedal rubber worn

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system deteriorating and a rear box hanger broken

Fail 31 Mar 2014 116,262 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

brake pedal rubber worn

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust system deteriorating and a rear box hanger broken

Pass 17 Nov 2012 107,399 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 97,567 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 87,978 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Nov 2009 78,506 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 78,506 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 67,757 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 57,208 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 46,315 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 33,400 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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OE52 AAK is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OE52 AAK, 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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OE52 AAK is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 26 November 2002.

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