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BT57 RZB

2007 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

148,553 mi
Last recorded148,553 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 148,553 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2025 148,553 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 140,976 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 133,375 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 133,375 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 131,779 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 131,779 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 128,692 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 123,574 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 117,173 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 110,306 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 102,534 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Dec 2016 94,419 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 84,452 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 73,625 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 64,018 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 56,246 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 50,695 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 44,503 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 RZB is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RZB, 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 RZB registered?

BT57 RZB is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 14 November 2007.

Is BT57 RZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 RZB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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