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SM10 SVK

2010 Subaru Forester

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

115,047 mi
Last recorded115,047 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2010 Subaru Forester77,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM10 SVK
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 115,047 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 102,208 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 102,208 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 98,008 miles

Clutch havey

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 98,008 miles

Clutch havey

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 87,029 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2016 87,001 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 73,592 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 61,193 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 48,535 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all brake discs corroded slightly

brake pedal rubber worn

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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SM10 SVK is a 2010 Subaru Forester in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2010 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 77,277 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 SM10 SVK, 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 16 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM10 SVK registered?

SM10 SVK is a 2010 Subaru Forester, first registered on 2 August 2010.

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