2019 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · FN19 OCF

The 2019 Subaru Forester presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 18 March 2026 at 53,978 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a notably strong result for a seven-year-old vehicle and suggests the current custodian has addressed the minor issues flagged in earlier years. The 2024 test on 1 March at 41,408 miles recorded two wiper blade failures, both torn and split, which are consumable items rather than mechanical concerns. The fact that no wiper defects reappeared in 2025 or 2026 indicates these were replaced promptly. The only other advisory in the entire history was a nearside front tyre showing slight damage, cracking, or perishing noted on 10 March 2022 at 27,906 miles. That tyre has clearly been replaced, as no tyre defects have surfaced in the four subsequent tests. Overall, the record shows a vehicle that has been kept in good order with no recurring faults, no corrosion issues, and no structural or mechanical failures across five consecutive MOT cycles. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable, which is a positive sign. The vehicle has covered roughly 7,700 miles per year since new, sitting at 53,978 miles as of March 2026. The annual increments between tests are steady: approximately 6,800 miles between March 2022 and March 2023, 6,800 miles between 2023 and 2024, 6,400 miles between 2024 and 2025, and 6,170 miles between 2025 and 2026. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer that would suggest the vehicle sat unused for long periods or was clocked. The most recent test is just over three months old as of today, meaning the current mileage is likely somewhere around 55,000 to 56,000 miles, still well within normal parameters for the drivetrain and suspension components. A buyer inspecting this Forester in person should focus on the areas that have historically drawn attention, even though they appear resolved. The nearside front tyre that showed cracking in 2022 warrants a close visual check of all four tyres, looking for uneven wear patterns, sidewall damage, or age-related perishing, particularly if the tyres are original or have not been rotated regularly. The front and rear wiper blades that failed in 2024 should be tested for smooth operation and full contact with the screen, as Subaru wiper mechanisms can develop linkage wear over time. Beyond the flagged items, the underbody and wheel arches deserve inspection for corrosion, given the Forester's likely exposure to road salt, and the suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for deterioration consistent with a vehicle approaching 55,000 miles. The braking system, including calipers and discs, should be examined for any signs of binding or uneven wear, as Subaru all-wheel-drive systems can place additional stress on rear brake components. A brief road test will confirm whether the boxer engine and CVT transmission deliver the smooth, refined power delivery expected at this mileage.