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RK02 EFB

2002 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

162,228 mi
Last recorded162,228 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2002 Subaru Forester90,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 EFB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 162,228 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 160,214 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 160,214 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 115,817 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2016 155,817 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked both (2.5.B.1a)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 149,386 miles

advise rear silencer

Pass 29 Dec 2013 142,289 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 140,463 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 134,761 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 116,681 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 114,292 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 104,720 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 104,720 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 91,225 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 76,956 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 61,213 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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RK02 EFB is a 2002 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,215 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 RK02 EFB, 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 24 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RK02 EFB is a 2002 Subaru Forester, first registered on 20 May 2002.

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