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YR08 WNJ

2008 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,888 mi
Last recorded37,888 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 WNJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 37,888 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 36,299 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 34,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and numerous small cuts in tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 33,215 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 30,610 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 28,909 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 24,945 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 22,909 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear tyre sidewalls perished

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre sidewalls perished

Offside Rear tyre sidewalls perished

Fail 27 Mar 2018 22,906 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear tyre sidewalls perished

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre sidewalls perished

Offside Rear tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 27 Mar 2017 20,724 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 19,271 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 17,572 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 15,697 miles

nearside rear light lens outer cover damaged

Pass 22 Mar 2013 14,038 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 11,351 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 8,570 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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YR08 WNJ is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,799 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 YR08 WNJ, 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 18 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YR08 WNJ?

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What year was YR08 WNJ registered?

YR08 WNJ is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YR08 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 WNJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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