MOT Status
ValidMileage
135,366 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Body not fully secure wing (6.2.2 (a) (i))
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
How Reliable is the Subaru Forester?
Based on 456,470 MOT tests across 33,044 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SL16 ECJ is a 2016 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 2016 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,708 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 SL16 ECJ, 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 10 years old, this Subaru Forester is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of SL16 ECJ?
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What year was SL16 ECJ registered?
SL16 ECJ is a 2016 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 March 2016.
Is SL16 ECJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for SL16 ECJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SL16 ECJ have outstanding finance?
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