2013 Subaru Forester 2.0L Diesel · WP13 CKK

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of its most recent MOT on 2025-06-06, passing with no critical or dangerous defects. However, the maintenance trend is worsening, as the last two tests — in 2024 and 2025 — both flagged nearside and offside rear tyres worn close to the legal limit, indicating a pattern of neglect or accelerated wear. The 2025 test also recorded no other defects, which suggests the owner has addressed the tyre issue since the 2024 test, but the recurrence of tyre wear at both front and rear positions over multiple tests signals a consistent failure to maintain tread depth, likely due to infrequent rotation or improper inflation. The mileage progression shows a steady annual average of approximately 9,833 miles over 13 years, which is within the typical range for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in testing, with MOTs occurring annually or biannually as expected. The jump from 75,940 miles in February 2022 to 113,134 miles in June 2024 — roughly 37,000 miles in 28 months — suggests a period of heavier use, possibly during a relocation or extended travel phase. The 2025 test at 127,831 miles confirms the vehicle has been driven consistently, but the tyre wear at this mileage level indicates that maintenance has not kept pace with usage intensity. A buyer should inspect the suspension components closely, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, as repeated tyre wear — especially on the rear axle — can point to alignment issues or worn suspension geometry. The front tyres also showed similar wear in 2022, which may indicate uneven load distribution or improper wheel alignment. Brake systems should be checked for binding calipers or worn discs, as no brake-related defects were recorded in the MOTs, but the tyre wear suggests the vehicle may have been driven with compromised handling. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and underbody, should be examined for corrosion, as Subaru Foresters are prone to rust in wet climates, and the age of the vehicle makes this a likely concern. Finally, the exhaust emissions and lighting systems should be verified, as these are common failure points in older models and were not flagged in recent tests, but may be deteriorating.