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R440 VEG

1998 Subaru Forester

Maroon Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,691 mi
Last recorded133,691 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Subaru Forester108,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR440 VEG
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2011 133,691 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 121,584 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 116,560 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 109,031 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 100,617 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 91,415 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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R440 VEG is a 1998 Subaru Forester in Maroon with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 108,044 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 R440 VEG, 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 28 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R440 VEG?

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What year was R440 VEG registered?

R440 VEG is a 1998 Subaru Forester, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R440 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R440 VEG shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R440 VEG have outstanding finance?

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