2017 Subaru Forester 2.0L Petrol · WR17 XFT
2017 Subaru Forester (2.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Apr 2017. Recorded mileage 86,493 miles. MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU FORESTER
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,493 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WR17 XFT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 86,493 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WR17 XFT MOT History
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 2017 Subaru Forester (WR17 XFT) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 April 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), Steering (1 issue), Brakes (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: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
WR17 XFT Mileage History
- 05/04/202349,422 mi
- 03/04/202459,115 mi+9,693 mi
- 02/04/202572,189 mi+13,074 mi
- 03/04/202572,189 mi
- 09/04/202686,493 mi+14,304 mi
Average of roughly 12,309 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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