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WU61 SFX

2011 Subaru Forester

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,149 mi
Last recorded111,149 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Subaru Forester75,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU61 SFX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 111,149 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 95,822 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 78,990 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 71,509 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Fail 11 Jul 2022 71,509 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 14 Jul 2021 67,941 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 13 Jul 2020 65,562 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 29 Jul 2019 64,539 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 26 Jul 2018 61,773 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 57,139 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 53,246 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 53,246 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 50,560 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 48,213 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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WU61 SFX is a 2011 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 75,983 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 WU61 SFX, 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 15 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU61 SFX?

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What year was WU61 SFX registered?

WU61 SFX is a 2011 Subaru Forester, first registered on 10 September 2011.

Is WU61 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU61 SFX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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