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VK09 DFO

2009 Subaru Forester

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,130 mi
Last recorded98,130 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 DFO
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2017 98,130 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 90,547 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front tyre has small deepish cut on inner edge of tread - tyre also wearing on edges

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

Pass 19 May 2015 77,584 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 22 May 2014 63,072 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 24 May 2013 47,448 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2012 32,060 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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VK09 DFO is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK09 DFO, 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 VK09 DFO registered?

VK09 DFO is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 22 May 2009.

Is VK09 DFO safe to buy?

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