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S865 LEP

1998 Subaru Forestr

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

158,170 mi
Last recorded158,170 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS865 LEP
MakeSubaru
ModelForestr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 158,170 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 158,086 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 97,989 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Subaru Forestr?

Based on 2,097 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
6,891
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads
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S865 LEP is a 1998 Subaru Forestr in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The Subaru Forestr typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 28 years old, this Subaru Forestr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S865 LEP registered?

S865 LEP is a 1998 Subaru Forestr, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S865 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S865 LEP shows 3 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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