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SN51 EAC

2001 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

124,869 mi
Last recorded124,869 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Subaru Forester96,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 EAC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 124,869 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 2 Sep 2016 124,869 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Sep 2015 123,323 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 119,735 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 119,735 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 May 2013 114,495 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 111,023 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 22 May 2012 111,023 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 107,376 miles

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)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 101,568 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 95,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 89,895 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 89,895 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 80,167 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 65,362 miles

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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SN51 EAC is a 2001 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 96,565 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 SN51 EAC, 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 25 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SN51 EAC?

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What year was SN51 EAC registered?

SN51 EAC is a 2001 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SN51 EAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN51 EAC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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