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RV58 TCK

2008 Subaru Forester

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,207 mi
Last recorded82,207 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 TCK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 82,207 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

minor chips at windscreen

Pass 4 Nov 2015 76,598 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 76,598 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 63,240 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Oct 2014 63,240 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 50,226 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 41,671 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 31,611 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 31,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RV58 TCK is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RV58 TCK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV58 TCK registered?

RV58 TCK is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 October 2008.

Is RV58 TCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 TCK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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