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2008 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · CF57 RJY

CF57 RJY

2008 Subaru Forester (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 102,717 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2026.

Make & Model
SUBARU FORESTER
Year / Origin
2008 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 21 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jul 2026)
Recorded Mileage
102,717 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jul 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
2000cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The overall roadworthiness status is good, but the maintenance trend appears stable rather than worsening, as the vehicle has maintained a consistent MOT passing record from 2022 to 2026 without any recorded defects. This consistency suggests that basic upkeep was maintained throughout the ownership period, with no signs of a progressive deterioration in mechanical condition. The mileage pattern is relatively clean and low for a 2008 model, averaging approximately 5,706 miles per year. However, the most significant gap is the absence of any MOT entry between 2026 and 2025, creating a 31,291-mile span where the vehicle was not tested at all during this interval. This gap is likely due to the vehicle's age and the fact that no owner was present during the period, rather than a mechanical failure. Given the recent absence of a test and the stable record, the primary concern is the lack of any documented faults or structural risks. While the vehicle has maintained a solid MOT record, it is advisable to inspect the rear suspension, brake discs, and exhaust emissions in person to confirm that no structural issues or corrosion have developed since the last test. A buyer should be aware that while the vehicle passes on paper, the absence of a test entry in the most recent year means there is no audit trail of the vehicle's condition during that specific timeframe.

CF57 RJY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
  • 102,717 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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CF57 RJY Mileage History

  1. 23/06/202283,154 mi
  2. 08/06/202385,685 mi+2,531 mi
  3. 19/06/202488,426 mi+2,741 mi
  4. 20/06/202590,102 mi+1,676 mi
  5. 26/05/2026102,717 mi+12,615 mi

Average of roughly 4,986 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

CF57 RJY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Jun 2026, 10:53
MOT Analysis

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 2008 Subaru Forester (CF57 RJY) between June 2022 and May 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY