2017 Subaru Forester 2.0L Diesel · YY17 UGP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding deferred suspension and brake repairs. While it passed the most recent May 2026 test at 99,079 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior due to an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm bush. This indicates that the owner is only addressing components once they reach the point of legal failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. This pattern of reactive repair has persisted across the last three testing cycles. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical annual-use vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of miles, moving from 59,112 in June 2023 to 71,874 in May 2024, and reaching 99,079 by May 2026. This usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which explains the progressive wear seen on rubber components like suspension bushes and the thinning of brake material noted in the various advisories. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the history shows repeated issues with bushes and pins dating back to 2024. The recurring mention of a nearside front tyre worn on the edge suggests an ongoing alignment issue or worn components that have not been properly rectified. Furthermore, the braking system requires immediate attention; the thin rear pads and worn front discs flagged in both the 2025 and 2026 tests indicate that these components are nearing the end of their functional life and require replacement.