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SH51 HTX

2001 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,043 mi
Last recorded117,043 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Subaru Forester96,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH51 HTX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2016 117,043 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Jan 2016 117,043 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 109,892 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 97,929 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 87,726 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 77,104 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 67,025 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 56,511 miles

IMPACT DAMAGE TO OFFSIDE DOOR MIRROR.

Fail 1 Feb 2010 56,511 miles

IMPACT DAMAGE TO OFFSIDE DOOR MIRROR.

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 46,086 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 44,794 miles

HIGH LEVEL STOP LAMP NOT FULLY LIT.

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 44,794 miles

HIGH LEVEL STOP LAMP NOT FULLY LIT.

Pass 8 Nov 2007 40,062 miles

rear tyres nearing 2mm

Pass 1 Nov 2006 35,060 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 29,112 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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SH51 HTX is a 2001 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 96,565 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 SH51 HTX, 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 25 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 SH51 HTX?

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What year was SH51 HTX registered?

SH51 HTX is a 2001 Subaru Forester, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is SH51 HTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH51 HTX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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