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W221 PNT

2000 Subaru Forester

Maroon Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

94,819 mi
Last recorded94,819 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Subaru Forester102,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW221 PNT
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 94,819 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 93,525 miles

General underbody condition corroded

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 92,516 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 90,878 miles

Central Exhaust flange corroded

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 89,452 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 87,796 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 86,248 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 83,481 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 80,476 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 77,459 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 74,275 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 71,331 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 67,878 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 64,955 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 62,212 miles

Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 58,209 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 54,034 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 49,265 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 45,389 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 45,389 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 40,700 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 36,040 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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W221 PNT is a 2000 Subaru Forester in Maroon with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2000 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 102,495 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 W221 PNT, 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 26 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W221 PNT registered?

W221 PNT is a 2000 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 March 2000.

Is W221 PNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W221 PNT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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