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SL58 UYK

2009 Subaru Forester

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

75,824 mi
Last recorded75,824 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL58 UYK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 75,824 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 68,342 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 68,342 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 61,200 miles

Nearside wiper slightly torn.

Pass 10 Mar 2015 54,898 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 54,898 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

air con condensor in poor condition

battery was flat on this car when i went to mot it

front and rear brake discs slightly corroded

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 17 Apr 2014 47,467 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 37,325 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 30,378 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 30,378 miles

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

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

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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SL58 UYK is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SL58 UYK, 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

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What year was SL58 UYK registered?

SL58 UYK is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 January 2009.

Is SL58 UYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL58 UYK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL58 UYK have outstanding finance?

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