2008 Subaru Forester 2.0L Diesel · VO58 WRG

The most recent MOT passed in January 2026, but it confirms that the nearside and offside front suspension arm pins or bushes remain worn. There is a persistent mechanical pattern regarding the suspension. The front suspension arm bushes have been flagged as worn in every recorded MOT since 2023. This indicates a recurring issue that has not been fully rectified. The vehicle's condition trend appears to be worsening or at least shows signs of significant age-related degradation. While the 2023 MOT only noted minor bush and brake pad wear, the failures in early 2025 were much more extensive, involving shock absorbers, exhaust mountings, pitted brake discs, and perishing tyres. Crucially, the February 2025 failure also identified corrosion on the rear sub-frame. With 153,380 miles recorded over 18 years, the mileage is roughly typical for its age, averaging about 8,500 miles per year. This suggests the wear on components like the suspension and brakes is consistent with standard, regular use rather than extreme high-mileage driving or long periods of standing. Before purchasing, you must inspect the rear sub-frame closely to check the extent of the previously noted corrosion.