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R233 XKR

1997 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,058 mi
Last recorded81,058 miles
Recorded on23 May 2006
Typical for 1997 Subaru Forester113,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 XKR
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 May 2006 81,058 miles

handbrake high

n/s/r disc corroding & PITTING

chip in windscreen

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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R233 XKR is a 1997 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 113,380 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 R233 XKR, 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 29 years old, this Subaru Forester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R233 XKR registered?

R233 XKR is a 1997 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R233 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 XKR shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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