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MOT valid
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SUBARU FORESTER2002 · 2.0L Petrol

R288 EAR

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 224,327 miles recorded, this Green 2002 SUBARU FORESTER runs on Petrol with a 1994cc engine. MOT is currently valid and tax is up to date.

MOT
Valid
Expires 14/08/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/08/2026
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2002
Engine
1994cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT test, conducted on 2025-07-24, passed with no defects recorded. There is a notable anomaly in the history where an MOT failure was recorded on 2024-07-16 due to the front registration plate not conforming to requirements. This is an administrative issue, not a mechanical failure, and does not indicate a recurring mechanical problem. The mechanical history shows a consistent pattern of passing tests with no recorded defects between 2022 and 2025. This suggests a stable mechanical condition over the recent period. The mileage of 224,327 miles on a vehicle that is approximately 24 years old indicates a usage rate of roughly 9,347 miles per year. This mileage is typical for its age, suggesting a normal level of wear for a vehicle of this vintage. The overall trend in the MOT history appears stable, as the vehicle has passed subsequent tests without mechanical warnings. A buyer should first inspect the front registration plate as a historical note, although this is not a current mechanical concern. Crucially, the buyer must thoroughly inspect the suspension components and brake wear, as these are common areas of wear at this mileage and age.

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85
/ 100 · Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jul 22, 2026, 01:00 AM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT test, conducted on 2025-07-24, passed with no defects recorded. There is a notable anomaly in the history where an MOT failure was recorded on 2024-07-16 due to the front registration plate not conforming to requirements. This is an administrative issue, not a mechanical failure, and does not indicate a recurring mechanical problem. The mechanical history shows a consistent pattern of passing tests with no recorded defects between 2022 and 2025. This suggests a stable mechanical condition over the recent period. The mileage of 224,327 miles on a vehicle that is approximately 24 years old indicates a usage rate of roughly 9,347 miles per year. This mileage is typical for its age, suggesting a normal level of wear for a vehicle of this vintage. The overall trend in the MOT history appears stable, as the vehicle has passed subsequent tests without mechanical warnings. A buyer should first inspect the front registration plate as a historical note, although this is not a current mechanical concern. Crucially, the buyer must thoroughly inspect the suspension components and brake wear, as these are common areas of wear at this mileage and age.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2002 Subaru Forester (R288 EAR) has a recorded MOT history spanning from July 2022 to July 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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