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X681 VWT

2001 Subaru Forester

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,539 mi
Last recorded125,539 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Subaru Forester96,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX681 VWT
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 125,539 miles

general corrosion to underneath components

Fail 28 Jan 2020 125,532 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

general corrosion to underneath components

Pass 7 Feb 2019 122,195 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 119,627 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 119,475 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 116,952 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 114,232 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 111,664 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 108,974 miles

Corrosion to rear subframe.

Pass 11 Feb 2013 105,819 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 100,185 miles

tow bar brackets corroded electrics socket slightly damaged

Pass 24 Jan 2011 95,843 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 90,158 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 82,999 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 82,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 25 Jan 2008 79,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 79,081 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 72,524 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 72,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front brake pads getting low

Pass 31 Jan 2006 65,038 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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X681 VWT is a 2001 Subaru Forester in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X681 VWT, 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 X681 VWT registered?

X681 VWT is a 2001 Subaru Forester, first registered on 13 February 2001.

Is X681 VWT safe to buy?

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