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R415 GPT

1999 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

191,293 mi
Last recorded191,293 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Subaru Forester104,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR415 GPT
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 191,293 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 191,224 miles

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 184,808 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2025 184,808 miles

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

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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R415 GPT is a 1999 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 104,758 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R415 GPT, 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 27 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R415 GPT registered?

R415 GPT is a 1999 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is R415 GPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R415 GPT shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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