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S351 RHE

1998 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,507 mi
Last recorded42,507 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Subaru Forester108,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS351 RHE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 42,507 miles

all underside covered in age related corrosion

Fail 9 Jan 2026 42,507 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

all underside covered in age related corrosion

Pass 13 Feb 2020 38,142 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 30,220 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 23,925 miles

all 4 tyres starting to crack due to age/being stood

all suspension arm starting to corrode

Pass 19 Feb 2013 23,910 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 23,910 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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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S351 RHE is a 1998 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 108,044 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 S351 RHE, 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 28 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S351 RHE?

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What year was S351 RHE registered?

S351 RHE is a 1998 Subaru Forester, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S351 RHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S351 RHE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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