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X489 CSC

2000 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

147,996 mi
Last recorded147,996 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2012
Typical for 2000 Subaru Forester102,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX489 CSC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2012 147,996 miles

both sills corroded unable to fully inspect covers fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2011 144,021 miles

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

slight noise from rear wheel bearings

Pass 4 Dec 2010 141,357 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 136,245 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 131,455 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 123,562 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 112,126 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 112,126 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2005 92,970 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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X489 CSC is a 2000 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X489 CSC, 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 X489 CSC registered?

X489 CSC is a 2000 Subaru Forester, first registered on 4 December 2000.

Is X489 CSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X489 CSC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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