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SP51 DLX

2001 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

147,658 mi
Last recorded147,658 miles
Recorded on16 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Subaru Forester96,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 DLX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2020 147,658 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 139,980 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 132,158 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 126,670 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 126,670 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 116,296 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 111,195 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 98,800 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 98,800 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 96,404 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 96,404 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 90,841 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 85,106 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 79,671 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 70,320 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 70,320 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 61,772 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 52,314 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 43,536 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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SP51 DLX is a 2001 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SP51 DLX, 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

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What year was SP51 DLX registered?

SP51 DLX is a 2001 Subaru Forester, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is SP51 DLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 DLX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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