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RT51 BOB

2009 Subaru Forester

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

80,127 mi
Last recorded80,127 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRT51 BOB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 80,127 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 75,582 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2024 75,582 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 71,572 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 67,183 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 62,912 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 59,140 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 55,313 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 50,864 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 44,762 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 37,872 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 33,308 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 28,671 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 22,930 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 18,390 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RT51 BOB is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 RT51 BOB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RT51 BOB registered?

RT51 BOB is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is RT51 BOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RT51 BOB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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