FINAL INSPECTION REPORT
Order ID#: 00000
Inspector:
DATE OF INSPECTION
13/11/2024
Overall Score
59
Exterior
Great
Interior
Great
Mechanical
Fair
Features
Good
Test Drive
Great
Vehicle Photos
Vehicle Information
Vin
00000000000000000
Year
2012
Make
Subaru
Model
Forester
Trim
2.5X Premium
Transmission Type
Manual
Driveline Type
All Wheel Drive
Engine Size
2.5L H4 SOHC 16V
Interior Color
Black
Exterior Color
Dark Gray Metallic
Odometer
181,244
Interior Condition
Poor
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
- Rear Seats
- Floor Mats
- Odour
- Overall
Interior Condition
Poor
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Drivers Seat
Passenger Seat
Rear Seats
Dash
Center Console
Steering Wheel
Headliner
Floor
Trim Plastics
Floor Mats Carpet Rubber
Odour Smoke Mold Other
Other
Overall
Interior Comments
The interior is in good condition with mostly minor wear and tear showing. Door pulls are scratched/worn. No major damage visible. No evidence of water intrusion. No odour to note. Please see pictures/video for more information.
Exterior Condition
Poor
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
- Other Glass
- Plastics
- Rust
- Overall
Exterior Condition
Poor
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Paint
Windshield
Other Glass
Rims
Lights
Plastics
Bumpers
Body Rust
Body
Weatherstripping/Seals
Other
Overall
Exterior Comments
The exterior is in reasonably good condition. Front end shows some wear/rock chips/fading. Headlights are slightly foggy/hazy. Minor scuffs, scrapes, dings and dents but no major damage observed. No evidence of poor quality previous repairs. Please see pictures/video for more information.
Features
Poor
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Power Door Locks
Power Windows
Sunroof
A/C
Rearview Camera
Power Seats
Heated Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Heater
Horn
Navigation
Bluetooth
Speaker Sound
Blind Spot Monitor
Windshield Wipers
Exterior Lights
Gauges
Parking Sensors
Charging Cable
Power Mirrors
Ventilated Seats
Other
Overall
Features Comments
AC blows warm + compressor is abnormally loud. Otherwise all tested comfort and convenience features appear to be functioning normally.
Mechanical
Poor
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Check Engine Light
Other Warning Light
Rodent Damage
Aftermarket Parts
Oil Fill Appearance
Undercarriage Rust
Tire Condition
Brake Condition
Coolant Condition
Brake Fluid Condition
Suspension
Exhaust
Battery
Fault Codes
Radiator
Belts & Hoses
Transmission Fluid
Obvious Leak - Oil Coolant Other
Other
Overall
Mechanical Comments
No warning lights illuminated. No fault codes showing in the onboard computer. Passenger front CV boot leaking heavily; CV joint appears to be ok. Minor residue/buildup around the transmission drain plug observed. Oil sweat/minor leak seen on passenger-side front of engine in two places (appears to be oil filter housing + timing chain cover). No visual evidence of damage (physical, rodent, water, etc.). Brake fluid has debris buildup on screen and should be flushed. Oil level is low. Otherwise all fluids appear to be in good condition and at the appropriate levels. Tires have approx. 80% tread life remaining. Brake pads have approx. 50% front and 25% rear life remaining. The exhaust is very rusty in spots and is leaking near the passenger side muffler.
Test Drive
Poor
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Start Up Sound
Idle Sound
Transmission Shift
Steering
Braking
Acceleration
E-Brake
Suspension
Other: Clutch
Overall
Test Drive Comments
The idle sound is slightly louder than normal. The E-Brake holds but is not strong. Otherwise the vehicle starts, accelerates, handles and stops well. The transmission is smooth. The clutch engages normally and no slippage noticed. No other issues to note.
Vehicle Photos
Main Photo
Drivers Side
Rear
Passenger Side
Front End
Hood
Roof
DF Wheel
DF Tire Depth
DF Brake Pad
DS Undercarriage
DR Wheel
DR Tire Depth
DR Brake Pad
Rear Undercarriage
PR Wheel
PR Tire Depth
PR Brake Pad
PS Undercarriage
PF Wheel
PF Tire Depth
PF Brake Pad
Front Undercarriage
DF Interior Door Panel
DF Seat
DR Interior Door Panel
DR Seat
PR Interior Door Panel
PR Seat
PF Interior Door Panel
PF Seat
Headliner
Steering Wheel
Console
OBD Codes
Under Hood
Oil Fill
Oil Level
Coolant Test
Brake Fluid Test
Additional Photos
Drivers Door Pull
Buildup At Brake Fluid Fill
Trunk
Above PR Door
Wet Oil Around Oil Filter Housing (possibly Spillage)
Signs Of Rodents. No Damage Seen
PR Suspension
PS A-pillar
Oil Sweat Front Of Engine
DF Suspension
PR
PF Door
Passenger Side CV Boot Leaking Heavily
PR Door Pull
PR Suspension
Residue/buildup By Transmission Drain Plug
Grill Faded/worn
PF Suspension
Paint Scuffs On Passenger Side
Overall Comments
The exterior is in reasonably good condition. Front end shows some wear/fading. Headlights are slightly foggy/hazy. Minor scuffs, scrapes, dings and dents but no major damage observed. No evidence of poor quality previous repairs. Please see pictures/video for more information.
AC blows warm + compressor is abnormally loud. Otherwise all tested comfort and convenience features appear to be functioning normally.
No warning lights illuminated. No fault codes showing in the onboard computer. Passenger front CV boot leaking heavily; CV joint appears to be ok. Minor residue/buildup around the transmission drain plug observed. Oil sweat/minor leak seen on passenger-side front of engine in two places (appears to be oil filter housing + timing chain cover). No visual evidence of damage (physical, rodent, water, etc.). Brake fluid has debris buildup on screen and should be flushed. Oil level is low. Otherwise all fluids appear to be in good condition and at the appropriate levels. Tires have approx. 80% tread life remaining. Brake pads have approx. 50% front and 25% rear life remaining. The exhaust is very rusty in spots and is leaking near the passenger side muffler.
The idle is slightly louder than normal. The E-Brake holds but is not strong. Otherwise the vehicle starts, accelerates, handles and stops well. The transmission is smooth. The clutch engages normally and no slippage noticed. No other issues to note.
Overall this 2012 Subaru Forester appears to be in moderately poor condition for its age and odometer. It scored a 59 out of 100. It appears to be have been reasonably well taken care of but does have some required repairs and regular maintenance that need to be addressed.
Immediate Recommendations:
- oil + filter change (approx. $150)
- repair passenger side CV boot and clean area (approx. $250-$450)
- fully diagnose/repair oil sweat(s)/minor leak(s)
- check for transmission leak around drain plug and repair if necessary
- repair exhaust leak OR replace cat-back exhaust (approx. $400-$800)
Near Future Recommendations:
- diagnose repair AC (minimum approx. $500 but potentially up to $1500+)
- complete brake fluid flush (approx. $180)
- replace rear brake pads + rotors + e-brake in 2-4 months (approx. $600-$750)
Optional Recommendations:
- cosmetic repairs/cleaning as desired