2016 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · HY16 BTO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive approach rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 44,959 miles, it had failed just one day prior with multiple mechanical and safety defects. The tester identified a fractured offside rear coil spring, thin brake pads on the rear, and a TPMS warning. This indicates that the owner only addresses faults when forced by an MOT failure, which can lead to escalating mechanical issues. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-interval usage, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 8,600 miles between early 2025 and early 2026. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it contributes to age-related degradation of rubber-based components, which is clearly evident in this record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres, as the record repeatedly flags age cracking and perishing on both rear tyres back to 2025. This suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods, causing the rubber to dry out despite low tread depth. The suspension requires close monitoring for further signs of failure following the fractured coil spring noted in January 2026. Additionally, the history of thin brake pads across both front and rear axles suggests that the buyer should verify the current state of the discs to ensure they have not been scored or worn by delayed maintenance.