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VN62 HVO

2012 Subaru Forester

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,408 mi
Last recorded92,408 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Subaru Forester72,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 HVO
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 92,408 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2022 87,145 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2021 80,716 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2021 80,716 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 74,210 miles

Coolant leak Heater hose ()

Fail 22 May 2020 74,210 miles

Coolant leak Heater hose ()

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 69,477 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 66,009 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 61,109 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 61,109 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 50,639 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 39,294 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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VN62 HVO is a 2012 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 72,443 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 VN62 HVO, 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 14 years old, this Subaru Forester is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VN62 HVO registered?

VN62 HVO is a 2012 Subaru Forester, first registered on 16 November 2012.

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