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SJ58 NWP

2008 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,557 mi
Last recorded38,557 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ58 NWP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 38,557 miles

Nearside Rear Inner sill corroded

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2024 34,745 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 31,027 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 27,034 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 26,920 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 25,118 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 23,529 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 21,539 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp inop

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 21,534 miles

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

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Fog lamp inop

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 19,862 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 17,881 miles

Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance Both front light units cloudy at top (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 16,373 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 14,191 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 11,503 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 11,503 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 9,857 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 8,449 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 6,597 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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SJ58 NWP is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,799 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 SJ58 NWP, 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 18 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SJ58 NWP?

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What year was SJ58 NWP registered?

SJ58 NWP is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is SJ58 NWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ58 NWP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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