2014 Subaru Forester 2.0L Diesel · DS64 OBN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred maintenance regarding wear components. In the most recent test in July 2025 at 130,835 miles, the Subaru passed only after addressing failures related to lighting and brake pedal operation. While the immediate safety failures were rectified, the presence of multiple advisories regarding the suspension and braking system suggests that the owner addresses only the bare minimum required to pass an MOT rather than performing preventative mechanical maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle used for significant annual commuting, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between July 2023 at 97,991 miles and August 2024 at 120,236 miles, the car covered over 22,000 miles in a single year before settling back to a more typical rate of use evidenced by the July 2025 test. This steady accumulation explains the accelerated degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and dust covers, noted throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension assembly, as the record shows recurring issues with track rod ends, suspension arm bushes, and anti-roll bar linkages. The tester flagged severely deteriorated dust covers on the anti-roll bar links in 2025, which often leads to premature joint failure. Furthermore, the braking system shows a clear history of neglect with pitted discs and thin pads noted across 2024 and 2025. These components are likely nearing the end of their functional life and will require immediate replacement to ensure consistent stopping performance.