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X562 DYB

2001 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

156,517 mi
Last recorded156,517 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2001 Subaru Forester96,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX562 DYB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 156,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 152,919 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 146,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 May 2018 140,547 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

rear brakes require adjustment

Pass 2 May 2017 133,911 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 May 2017 133,911 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 128,048 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 122,371 miles

both outer sills and under wheel arches covered

damage to front windscreen

offside rear No plate was not working but came on when boot lid closed

temp repair to offside door mirror

Pass 27 Mar 2014 120,463 miles

both outer sills and under wheel arches covered

temp repair to offside door mirror

Pass 26 Mar 2013 117,583 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 110,414 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 106,025 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2008 97,291 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 85,549 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 79,420 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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X562 DYB is a 2001 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 96,565 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 X562 DYB, 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 25 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 X562 DYB registered?

X562 DYB is a 2001 Subaru Forester, first registered on 2 February 2001.

Is X562 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X562 DYB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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