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PX08 VPM

2008 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,577 mi
Last recorded55,577 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 VPM
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2019 55,577 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 39,677 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 35,102 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 30,343 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 24,663 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 18,490 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 15,507 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 13,511 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 10,762 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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PX08 VPM is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PX08 VPM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PX08 VPM registered?

PX08 VPM is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is PX08 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX08 VPM shows 9 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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