2018 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · CX18 OBA
2018 Subaru Forester (2.0L, petrol). First registered 13 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 97,469 miles. MOT valid until 18 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU FORESTER
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Bangor
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,469 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CX18 OBA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
- 97,469 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CX18 OBA 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 2018 Subaru Forester (CX18 OBA) between June 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 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: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Suspension arm front mounting bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
CX18 OBA Mileage History
- 21/06/202467,367 mi
- 10/06/202584,353 mi+16,986 mi
- 11/06/202584,354 mi+1 mi
- 19/05/202697,469 mi+13,115 mi
- 20/05/202697,469 mi
Average of roughly 15,749 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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