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WJ59 VYH

2009 Subaru Forester

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,294 mi
Last recorded46,294 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 2009 Subaru Forester77,113 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 VYH
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 46,294 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2012 35,408 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 35,408 miles

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

o/s/f tyre has wear on inner edge

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

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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WJ59 VYH is a 2009 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WJ59 VYH, 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.

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How do I check the history of WJ59 VYH?

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What year was WJ59 VYH registered?

WJ59 VYH is a 2009 Subaru Forester, first registered on 14 December 2009.

Is WJ59 VYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ59 VYH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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