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WJ09 OXC

2009 Subaru Forester

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,364 mi
Last recorded92,364 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 OXC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 92,364 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Oct 2016 77,983 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2016 77,895 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 65,222 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 58,333 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 58,333 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 3 Feb 2014 48,741 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 48,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 39,368 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 29,487 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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WJ09 OXC is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 WJ09 OXC, 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 WJ09 OXC registered?

WJ09 OXC is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 March 2009.

Is WJ09 OXC safe to buy?

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