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XJZ 9918

2016 Subaru Forester

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,433 mi
Last recorded170,433 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Subaru Forester48,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJZ 9918
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 170,433 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 163,249 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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XJZ 9918 is a 2016 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,708 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 XJZ 9918, 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 10 years old, this Subaru Forester is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJZ 9918 registered?

XJZ 9918 is a 2016 Subaru Forester, first registered on 5 January 2016.

Is XJZ 9918 safe to buy?

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Does XJZ 9918 have outstanding finance?

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