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RV08 ZGE

2008 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,143 mi
Last recorded99,143 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 ZGE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 99,143 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 91,427 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 83,518 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 76,497 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

brake pedal anti-slip rubber slightly worn

Pass 14 Sep 2016 69,996 miles

FOOT BRAKE PEDAL ANTI-SLIP RUBBER SLIGHTLY WORN

Pass 2 Sep 2015 63,439 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 63,439 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 55,921 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 30 Aug 2013 47,699 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 47,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 39,428 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 31,645 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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RV08 ZGE is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,799 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 RV08 ZGE, 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 18 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RV08 ZGE registered?

RV08 ZGE is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is RV08 ZGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 ZGE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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