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BT57 CAX

2007 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,806 mi
Last recorded140,806 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 CAX
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 140,806 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 137,073 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 134,179 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 134,178 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits high (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 128,544 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 124,991 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 118,117 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 119,116 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 113,327 miles

Offside Front nail in tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2014 107,231 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 1 Nov 2013 93,243 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

wear in both front anti-roll bar links

Pass 1 Nov 2013 93,243 miles

wear in both front anti-roll bar links

Pass 29 Oct 2012 80,396 miles

all brake pipes greased

Pass 29 Oct 2011 64,289 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 41,734 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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BT57 CAX is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BT57 CAX, 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 BT57 CAX registered?

BT57 CAX is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 November 2007.

Is BT57 CAX safe to buy?

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