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X244 OFC

2000 Subaru Forester

Gold Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,218 mi
Last recorded169,218 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Subaru Forester102,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX244 OFC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 169,218 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 168,515 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 162,580 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 155,247 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 148,010 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 135,843 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 135,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 127,922 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 127,922 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 119,505 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 109,687 miles

both front inner cv gaiters split

Pass 29 Aug 2008 101,367 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 91,859 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 91,856 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 71,393 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 71,393 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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X244 OFC is a 2000 Subaru Forester in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X244 OFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X244 OFC registered?

X244 OFC is a 2000 Subaru Forester, first registered on 20 September 2000.

Is X244 OFC safe to buy?

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