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SN09 JBY

2009 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

165,866 mi
Last recorded165,866 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN09 JBY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 165,866 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 157,020 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 142,116 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 132,766 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 118,283 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 100,761 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 100,761 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 84,413 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 71,038 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 58,442 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 45,005 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 44,777 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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SN09 JBY is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 SN09 JBY, 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 SN09 JBY registered?

SN09 JBY is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 20 April 2009.

Is SN09 JBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN09 JBY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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