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SK13 GZZ

2013 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

108,707 mi
Last recorded108,707 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel76,477 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK13 GZZ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester XC Boxer Diesel
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 108,707 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 104,415 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 97,695 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 97,695 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 84,598 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 82,224 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Nov 2019 77,074 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 66,692 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 58,437 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 47,988 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 40,855 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel?

Based on 1,767 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
7,905
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
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SK13 GZZ is a 2013 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 76,477 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK13 GZZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 13 years old, this Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK13 GZZ registered?

SK13 GZZ is a 2013 Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel, first registered on 31 March 2013.

Is SK13 GZZ safe to buy?

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