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BU63 UZJ

2013 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,000 mi
Last recorded84,000 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2013 Subaru Forester67,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 UZJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 84,000 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 77,315 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 71,373 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 66,647 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 61,451 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 56,851 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 49,178 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 41,264 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 41,264 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 34,673 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Forester?

Based on 456,470 MOT tests across 33,044 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,679
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
33,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,106
Registration plate lamp not working 6,977
position lamp(s) not working 6,967
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,820
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,429
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BU63 UZJ is a 2013 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2013 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 67,736 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Forester fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU63 UZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Forester typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 13 years old, this Subaru Forester is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU63 UZJ?

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What year was BU63 UZJ registered?

BU63 UZJ is a 2013 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 2013.

Is BU63 UZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU63 UZJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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