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OV52 OSJ

2002 Subaru Forester

Gold Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

140,902 mi
Last recorded140,902 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 OSJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 140,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 140,599 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 135,335 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2019 129,393 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 122,041 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 116,089 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 109,376 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 102,322 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 96,802 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 92,319 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 88,418 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 80,430 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 71,067 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 62,108 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 51,940 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 44,682 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 36,076 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 27,353 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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OV52 OSJ is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OV52 OSJ, 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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What year was OV52 OSJ registered?

OV52 OSJ is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is OV52 OSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 OSJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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