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SJ58 NXS

2009 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,831 mi
Last recorded83,831 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ58 NXS
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 83,831 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

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

Fail 31 May 2016 83,831 miles

Rear Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

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

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

Pass 29 May 2015 72,645 miles

Nearside & Offside rear exhaust silencer flanges corroded

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

Slight play in offside front inner steering rack inner joint

Fail 29 May 2015 72,645 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside & Offside rear exhaust silencer flanges corroded

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

Rear suspension level sensor link arm snapped

Slight play in offside front inner steering rack inner joint

Pass 30 Jun 2014 62,817 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 62,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jan 2014 62,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2012 51,419 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

n/s front headlight adjuster bracket broken on suspension

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 NXS is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 77,113 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NXS, 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 17 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 NXS?

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What year was SJ58 NXS registered?

SJ58 NXS is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 January 2009.

Is SJ58 NXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ58 NXS shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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