2016 Subaru Forester 2.0L Diesel · NJ16 FPG

The 2016 Subaru Forester presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 17 February 2026 at 33,791 miles. No defects, advisories, or failures have been recorded in any of the five available tests dating back to 2022. This is an unusually strong record for a ten-year-old vehicle and suggests consistent, attentive upkeep rather than reactive repairs. The absence of recurring faults indicates no underlying mechanical or structural issues have surfaced over the monitored period. The mileage pattern reveals a notable shift in usage. Between February 2022 and February 2025, the vehicle covered just 3,628 miles across three years, averaging roughly 1,200 miles annually. Then, between 14 February 2025 at 19,578 miles and 17 February 2026 at 33,791 miles, it accumulated 14,213 miles in a single year. That sudden increase suggests either a change of ownership or a significant change in driving pattern. Long periods of low use can cause its own problems, including deteriorated brake discs from surface corrosion, perished tyre sidewalls, and seized parking brake mechanisms, none of which have manifested here. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still inspect specific components in person. The original tyres, if still fitted, will be well beyond their recommended age regardless of remaining tread depth, as rubber degrades over time. Subaru's boxer engines can develop oil leaks from cam cover gaskets and rear main seals, so a thorough underside inspection is wise. The rear subframe and sills should be checked for corrosion, a common concern on Foresters used in wet or salted conditions. The clean MOT history strongly supports a well-maintained vehicle, but the recent spike in mileage warrants a test drive focused on gearbox smoothness, suspension bush condition, and brake feel after sustained use. A pre-purchase inspection covering these areas will confirm whether the paper record matches the physical condition.