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2016 Subaru Forester 2.0L Diesel · SP16 WBT

SP16 WBT

2016 Subaru Forester (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 105,647 miles. MOT valid until 24 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026.

Make & Model
SUBARU FORESTER
Year / Origin
2016 · Dundee
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 24 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
Recorded Mileage
105,647 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 24 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This 2016 Subaru Forester has a typical mileage profile for its age, suggesting regular use rather than excessive wear or long periods of standing. While it passed its most recent MOT in May 2026, the vehicle's condition trend is currently worsening. The history reveals a shift from clean passes in 2023 and 2025 to a series of failures and advisories in 2026. The most recent failure was significant, requiring repairs to a cracked front exhaust and a fractured rear coil spring, alongside a worn tyre. A recurring pattern of suspension wear is evident. Since 2024, there have been consistent advisories and failures regarding suspension arm bushes and coil springs across both the front and rear of the vehicle. This indicates that the chassis and suspension components are reaching the end of their natural service life. A buyer should first inspect the exhaust system for signs of patching or poor-quality welds. Prioritise a thorough check of all suspension bushings and springs for play or further fractures, and verify that the recently replaced tyres have consistent tread depth across all four corners.

SP16 WBT Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
  • 105,647 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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SP16 WBT Mileage History

  1. 26/05/202374,283 mi
  2. 07/05/202483,567 mi+9,284 mi
  3. 15/05/202590,918 mi+7,351 mi
  4. 18/05/2026105,639 mi+14,721 mi
  5. 26/05/2026105,647 mi+8 mi

Average of roughly 10,454 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SP16 WBT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 17:28
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Subaru Forester (SP16 WBT) between May 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 'y' front part of exhaust cracked, separated (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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