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RV59 YAG

2009 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,208 mi
Last recorded106,208 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 YAG
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 106,208 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 106,100 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Aug 2022 99,673 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 92,222 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 90,982 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 90,042 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 83,516 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 81,430 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 75,890 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 71,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres slightly perished

Fail 22 Apr 2016 71,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 5 May 2015 65,056 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 64,667 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 53,426 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 37,828 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 37,828 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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RV59 YAG is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RV59 YAG, 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 RV59 YAG registered?

RV59 YAG is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is RV59 YAG safe to buy?

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