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R151 VLS

1997 Subaru Forester Gls

Maroon Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,160 mi
Last recorded99,160 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Subaru Forester Gls121,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR151 VLS
MakeSubaru
ModelForester Gls
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2008 99,160 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Mar 2008 99,150 miles

Centre Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 91,625 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Subaru Forester Gls?

Based on 911 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
8,914
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 50
Registration plate lamp not working 47
position lamp(s) not working 46
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
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R151 VLS is a 1997 Subaru Forester Gls in Maroon with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Forester Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 121,373 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Forester Gls fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R151 VLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Forester Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Subaru Forester Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R151 VLS registered?

R151 VLS is a 1997 Subaru Forester Gls, first registered on 15 November 1997.

Is R151 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R151 VLS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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