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VK08 ERJ

2008 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

75,379 mi
Last recorded75,379 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 ERJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 75,379 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective one rear (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 72,623 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 69,694 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2024 69,689 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2023 66,958 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 63,259 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 60,285 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 58,674 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 54,711 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 50,979 miles

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

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 14 Mar 2017 47,317 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 42,813 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 38,041 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 33,201 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 28,598 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 24,200 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 17,386 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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VK08 ERJ is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,799 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 VK08 ERJ, 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 18 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 VK08 ERJ registered?

VK08 ERJ is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VK08 ERJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 ERJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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