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VK58 WWO

2008 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,544 mi
Last recorded118,544 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK58 WWO
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2019 118,544 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2019 118,544 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 106,237 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 95,870 miles

Front wipers slight smeary

Fail 12 Jan 2018 95,870 miles

Front wipers slight smeary

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 84,680 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 84,680 miles

Headlamp aim too high both headlight electric ajuster bracket broken (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 79,562 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 72,266 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 61,719 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 61,719 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 47,659 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 42,647 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 34,630 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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VK58 WWO is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VK58 WWO, 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 VK58 WWO registered?

VK58 WWO is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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