2016 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · AY16 HNU
2016 Subaru Forester (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2016. Recorded mileage 52,524 km. MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU FORESTER
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Odometer
- 52,524 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AY16 HNU Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/06/2026
- 52,524 km recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AY16 HNU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2016 Subaru Forester (AY16 HNU) between June 2026 and June 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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