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BT57 SCZ

2007 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,912 mi
Last recorded77,912 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 77,912 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2020 77,889 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 66,553 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 66,553 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2018 55,621 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 48,175 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 33,082 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 23,889 miles

nearside rear tyre side wall starting to deteriorate

Pass 17 Jun 2014 21,742 miles

front and rear suspention has serface corrosion.

rear exhaust system corroded.

Pass 16 Jul 2013 20,040 miles

Exhaust system rusty

Front and rear suspension rusty

Pass 17 Oct 2012 18,207 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 13,036 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 10,956 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f brake disc slightly corroded

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 SCZ is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SCZ, 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 SCZ registered?

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

Is BT57 SCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 SCZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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