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P556 OKP

2008 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

140,607 mi
Last recorded140,607 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP556 OKP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2019 140,607 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 134,891 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 130,480 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 123,221 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 118,614 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 110,249 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 102,998 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 102,998 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp obscured more than 50% (1.3.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 92,880 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 87,286 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Oct 2009 85,354 miles

front and rear anti-roll bar linkage bushes are worn

Pass 8 Aug 2008 76,110 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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P556 OKP is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P556 OKP, 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 P556 OKP registered?

P556 OKP is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is P556 OKP safe to buy?

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