2016 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · AF66 AAE
2016 Subaru Forester (2.0L, petrol). First registered 19/11/2016. Recorded mileage 127,266 miles. MOT valid until 31/05/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU FORESTER
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/05/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,266 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1995cc
AF66 AAE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2026
- 127,266 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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AF66 AAE Mileage History
- 17/05/2024107,571 mi
- 17/05/2024107,571 mi
- 14/05/2025117,787 mi+10,216 mi
- 20/05/2025117,911 mi+124 mi
- 14/05/2026127,266 mi+9,355 mi
Average of roughly 9,891 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AF66 AAE 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 2016 Subaru Forester (AF66 AAE) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 May 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: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn NSF LCA inner front small Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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Our Verdict
Approach with caution but don't rule it out — this 2016 Subaru Forester has two MOT failures on record and is now high mileage, though it passed cleanly in 2026 after repairs. Budget for ongoing suspension and brake upkeep given its age and use.
Ask to see the paperwork for the 2025 suspension and spring repairs and the 2024 brake and tyre work, as these were required to pass MOT and should have been carried out properly. A full service history is important on a high-mileage Subaru petrol — confirm timing belt or chain intervals and evidence of regular oil changes on the 1995cc engine. Use the recorded failures as negotiation points: with 127k miles and past advisories on brakes and tyres, factor in upcoming consumable costs when agreeing a price.
The 2.0-litre petrol Forester is not the most economical SUV; expect mid-30s mpg in mixed driving, with road tax for a 2016 petrol of this size typically in the higher bands. Insurance groups for Foresters sit mid-range, and at 127,266 miles maintenance will centre on suspension bushes, brakes and tyres as seen in the MOT history. Estimated annual running cost including fuel, tax, insurance and typical upkeep is around £1,400-£1,700 given the mileage and wear pattern.
The May 2025 failure noted an excessively worn near-side front lower control arm inner bush and a broken near-side rear coil spring — inspect both front suspension arms and all four springs for fresh cracks or perished bushes, as these are known weak points on this car's record. The 2024 failures flagged thin front and rear brake pads, pitted rear discs, edge-worn tyres and a failed rear position lamp; verify all lamps work, tyres have even tread, and brake discs and pads are not near limit. With 127k miles, also check for general underside corrosion and evidence the 1995cc engine has been serviced to schedule.
This red 2016 Subaru Forester (AF66AAE) has covered 127,266 miles as of its May 2026 MOT, which is high for a 9.5-year-old vehicle. The history shows two failures in 2024 and 2025 for worn suspension bushes, a broken coil spring, thin brakes and tyre issues, though all were addressed and the last two tests passed with no defects. No aggregate model reliability data is available, so assessment rests on this individual record. The clean 2026 result is reassuring, but the pattern of wear-related failures suggests a car that has been worked hard.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Subaru Forester, so this assessment is based solely on the individual vehicle's test history.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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