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RE09 OAA

2009 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,450 mi
Last recorded109,450 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE09 OAA
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 109,450 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

diesel emissions no particles detected

Fail 5 Jul 2017 109,450 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

diesel emissions no particles detected

Pass 19 Jul 2016 90,907 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Jul 2016 90,907 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Jul 2015 78,184 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 63,368 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 50,216 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 36,525 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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RE09 OAA is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 77,113 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 RE09 OAA, 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 17 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RE09 OAA registered?

RE09 OAA is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 18 July 2009.

Is RE09 OAA safe to buy?

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