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2016 Subaru Forester XE Symm-CAL AWD CVT 2.0L Petrol · YJZ 9511

YJZ 9511

2016 Subaru Forester XE Symm-CAL AWD CVT (2.0L, petrol). First registered 28 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 76,647 miles. MOT expired on 05 Jul 2026.

Make & Model
SUBARU FORESTER XE SYMM-CAL AWD CVT
Year / Origin
2016 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 05 Jul 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
76,647 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 05 Jul 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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/4: Given the absence of recorded defects, the primary focus for a prospective buyer should be on the preventative maintenance of the AWD system and the CVT gearbox. On a test drive, listen for any high-pitched whining or mechanical drone that might indicate bearing wear or transmission issues, and ensure the vehicle pulls straight under acceleration to rule out drivetrain imbalance. It is also prudent to check for any minor oil weeping from the engine or gearbox seals, as these are often not flagged as failures until they reach a significant level of loss. No "The most recent MOT..." or "The vehicle most recently passed..." at the start. Lead with the defining mechanical takeaway. No generic lectures. Formal UK terminology (CV joints, CVT, drivetrain, etc.). No markdown (no bold, no bullets, no headers). 3-4 paragraphs. Plain text only. Para 1: A consistent history of clean roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with no recorded defects or advisories appearing across the last four years of testing. The most recent pass on 30 June 2025 reinforces a pattern of mechanical stability and suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids common failure points such as structural corrosion or suspension degradation. This uninterrupted streak of passes indicates that the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets all essential safety and environmental standards without the need for remedial work during the inspection process. Para 2: The recorded mileage of 76,647 miles reflects a moderate usage profile, averaging approximately 7,665 miles per year over its ten-year lifespan. This steady accumulation is typical for a private vehicle and suggests a balanced mechanical life; it avoids the excessive wear on suspension linkages and braking components associated with high-mileage vehicles, while also avoiding the potential for component seizure or fluid degradation often seen in vehicles that remain stationary for long periods. Para 3: Because the MOT history is entirely free of advisories, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas that fall outside the scope of standard testing, specifically the Subaru-specific drivetrain components. During a test drive, pay close attention to the CVT transmission by checking for any hesitation, shuddering, or unusual whining noises during gear transitions or under load. It is also essential to listen for clicking or popping sounds from the CV joints when maneuvering at low speeds with the steering turned, which could indicate wear in the drive shafts. Para 4: Furthermore, even with a clean record, you should inspect the underside of the engine and gearbox for any evidence of minor oil weeping that may not yet have reached a level requiring an MOT advisory. Check for any slight steering pull or vibrations through the steering wheel at motorway speeds, which could indicate uneven tyre wear or issues with the wheel bearings. Ensuring the all-wheel-drive system operates smoothly without any binding sensations during cornering will be a key indicator of the vehicle's overall mechanical health. Check: Did I start with "The most recent MOT..."? No. I started with "A consistent history...". Check: Did I use markdown? No. Check: Is it 3-4 paragraphs? Yes (4). Check: Did I include generic lectures? No. Check: Is it UK terminology? Final Polish of Paragraph 1: "A consistent history of clean roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with no recorded defects or advisories appearing across the last four years of testing. The most recent pass on 30 June 2025 reinforces a pattern of mechanical stability and suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids common failure points such as structural corrosion or suspension degradation. This uninterrupted streak of passes indicates that the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets all essential safety and environmental standards without the need for remedial work during the inspection process." -> Good. Final Polish of Paragraph 2: "The recorded mileage of 76,647 miles reflects a moderate usage profile, averaging approximately 7,665 miles per year over its ten-year lifespan. This steady accumulation is typical for a private vehicle and suggests a balanced mechanical life; it avoids the excessive wear on suspension linkages and braking components associated with high-mileage vehicles, while also avoiding the potential for component seizure or fluid degradation often seen in vehicles that remain stationary for long periods." -> Good. Final Polish of Paragraph 3/4: (Combined or separate). I'll keep them as 4 paragraphs to be thorough. Para 3: "Because the MOT history is entirely free of advisories, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas that fall outside the scope of standard testing, specifically the Subaru-specific drivetrain components. During a test drive, pay close attention to the CVT transmission by checking for any hesitation, shuddering, or unusual whining noises during gear transitions or under load. It is also essential to listen for clicking or popping sounds from the CV joints when maneuvering at low speeds with the steering turned, which could indicate wear in the drive shafts. Para 4: "Furthermore, even with a clean record, you should inspect the underside of the engine and gearbox for any evidence of minor oil weeping that may not yet have reached a level requiring an MOT advisory. Check for any slight steering pull or vibrations through the steering wheel at motorway speeds, which could indicate uneven tyre wear or issues with the wheel bearings. Ensuring the all-wheel-drive system operates smoothly without any binding sensations during cornering will be a key indicator of the vehicle's overall mechanical health. Wait, the prompt says "Do not include any headers... Output purely as flowing plain-text paragraphs." and "Format as 3 to 4 well-developed, flowing plain-text paragraphs separated by blank lines. One last check on "No Generic Automotive Lectures": I am not explaining why oil weeps or why CV joints click, I am telling the buyer what to look for based on the lack of advisories. This is permitted. Final Text Structure: Para 1: Clean history/stability. Para 2: Mileage/usage profile. Para 3: Drivetrain/CVT specific advice. Para 4: Engine/Steering/AWD specific advice. Wait, I should ensure I don't use any bolding or asterisks. Final Text Construction: A consistent history of clean roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with no recorded defects or advisories appearing across the last four years of testing. The most recent pass on 30 June 2025 reinforces a pattern of mechanical stability and suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that.
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YJZ 9511 Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/06/2025
  • 76,647 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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YJZ 9511 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Subaru Forester Xe Symm-Cal Awd Cvt (YJZ 9511) between May 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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YJZ 9511 Mileage History

  1. 31/05/202252,869 mi
  2. 11/06/202361,483 mi+8,614 mi
  3. 06/07/202470,410 mi+8,927 mi
  4. 30/06/202576,647 mi+6,237 mi

Average of roughly 7,713 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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