2015 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · A1 SKS
2015 Subaru Forester (2.0L, petrol). First registered 16 May 2015. Recorded mileage 154,025 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU FORESTER
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,025 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A1 SKS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
- 154,025 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A1 SKS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Subaru Forester (A1 SKS) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
A1 SKS Mileage History
- 22/07/2024122,161 mi
- 17/07/2025137,727 mi+15,566 mi
- 17/07/2025137,727 mi
- 17/07/2026154,025 mi+16,298 mi
- 17/07/2026154,025 mi
Average of roughly 16,060 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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