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X938 FNN

2000 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

44,972 mi
Last recorded44,972 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Subaru Forester102,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX938 FNN
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 44,972 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 38,371 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2023 36,307 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 36,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 32,751 miles

Nearside Front brake pads wearing low

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 27,767 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 27,767 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 23,178 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underbody corrosion

Pass 20 Nov 2019 22,554 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 21,888 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 21,330 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 20,956 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 19,882 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2014 18,543 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2013 17,807 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2012 17,217 miles

Rear silencer slightly corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2011 16,402 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 15,661 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 14,761 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 13,770 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 12,995 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 12,023 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 10,963 miles

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

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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X938 FNN is a 2000 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 X938 FNN, 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 X938 FNN registered?

X938 FNN is a 2000 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 December 2000.

Is X938 FNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X938 FNN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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