2016 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · NJ16 FPC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on May 11, 2026, at 40,893 miles, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in mechanical oversight. A failure just three weeks prior on April 22, 2026, at 40,758 miles revealed a critical electronic power steering failure alongside a worn offside front suspension arm bush and slight play in the offside front track rod end. While these issues were addressed to secure the subsequent pass, the sudden failure of the steering system suggests components are reaching their service limit. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,089 miles per year. This low usage pattern is consistent with the recorded faults, which primarily involve the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. Between May 2023 (31,794 miles) and May 2024 (33,893 miles), the car covered only 2,099 miles, yet the record shows multiple perished suspension bushes and cracking tyres due to age and environmental exposure rather than distance. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the tester has flagged worn nearside and offside arm bushes in consecutive years across 2023, 2024, and 2026. The recurring nature of these advisories indicates the rubber components are failing due to age. Additionally, the braking system requires attention; the history notes worn offside front inner discs in 2025 and pitted offside rear discs in 2023, suggesting uneven wear that may necessitate immediate replacement. The condition of the front exhaust flange noted in 2025 should be monitored for further corrosion which could eventually lead to an emissions failure. Given the history of perishing and cracking tyres in 2023 and 2024, the current tyres must be checked for sidewall cracking despite the low overall mileage. The recent power steering failure is the most significant red flag, and the buyer should Ensure the repair was executed professionally with no secondary faults remaining in the way column or linkage.