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SC61 CBV

2012 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

107,829 mi
Last recorded107,829 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Subaru Forester72,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC61 CBV
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 107,829 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 7 Feb 2023 107,829 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 98,268 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 88,954 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 81,867 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

clutch pedal rubber worn

Pass 28 Jan 2019 68,800 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 55,070 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 42,236 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 29,079 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 21,415 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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SC61 CBV is a 2012 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 72,443 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 SC61 CBV, 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 14 years old, this Subaru Forester is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SC61 CBV registered?

SC61 CBV is a 2012 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is SC61 CBV safe to buy?

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