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SY09 OXC

2009 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

63,008 mi
Last recorded63,008 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY09 OXC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 63,008 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 61,391 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 54,971 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 49,401 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 46,273 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Spare tyre defective

Fail 25 Apr 2022 46,271 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Road wheel fixing missing Both (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Road wheel fixing missing Both (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 39,872 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 35,175 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 30,981 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 27,326 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 24,344 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2014 16,846 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 7,015 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 6,875 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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SY09 OXC is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SY09 OXC, 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 SY09 OXC registered?

SY09 OXC is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 April 2009.

Is SY09 OXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY09 OXC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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