2014 Subaru Forester 2.0L Diesel · DS64 OBO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test on 30 January 2026 at 91,151 miles resulted in a pass, it followed an immediate failure on the same day due to worn front suspension arm bushes and thin brake pads on all wheels. This cycle of failure and repair suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults once they reached a failure threshold rather than performing scheduled maintenance. At 91,151 miles over 12 years, the Forester has averaged approximately 7,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent annual use, with roughly 6,500 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 4,700 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. This steady mileage suggests the car is used regularly, which generally helps prevent the seizing degradation of rubber components and braking systems. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows excessive wear in the nearside front arm bush as of early 2026. The previous failure of a nearside rear coil spring in January 2025 indicates the suspension components are under significant stress or have aged. Given that the brake pads were flagged as thin in the 2026 failure, the condition of the discs should be checked for scoring or pitting to ensure they were not prematurely damaged by the worn pads.