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BG07 TJY

2007 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,576 mi
Last recorded102,576 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG07 TJY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 102,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jun 2016 91,839 miles

n/s/r tyre starting to wear low

Pass 15 Jun 2015 82,398 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Apr 2014 74,228 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 64,548 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 48,961 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 48,961 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 42,488 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 32,479 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BG07 TJY is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 77,495 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 BG07 TJY, 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 19 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG07 TJY registered?

BG07 TJY is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 May 2007.

Is BG07 TJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG07 TJY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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