SUBARU FORESTER1998 · 2.0L PETROL

The vehicle presents a significant roadworthiness risk due to a complete lack of documentation for the past fourteen years. The last recorded test occurred in March 2012 at 61,109 miles, meaning the car has not undergone an official safety inspection in over a decade. Without recent data, it is impossible to confirm the current mechanical integrity or the safety status of critical components. The maintenance trend is effectively stalled, suggesting the vehicle has either sat stationary or operated outside of the regulated MOT testing framework. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 28-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,182 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression between 2009 and 2012, moving from 46,988 miles to 61,109 miles. While low mileage generally indicates less wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of inactivity often lead to secondary failure points such as rubber degradation, seized brake calipers, perished seals, and internal corrosion of fuel lines which are not captured by mileage figures alone. A physical inspection must prioritize the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points, as older Subaru models are prone to corrosion. The 2010 test noted pitted front brake discs and a deteriorating exhaust system, necessitating a thorough check of the current braking hardware and structural rust. Given the long gap in testing, the buyer should specifically inspect suspension bushes for cracks, check fluid hoses for perish, and verify that the tyres have not suffered from age rot despite having sufficient tread depth.