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BV07 DXL

2007 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

130,962 mi
Last recorded130,962 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV07 DXL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 130,962 miles

inner sills corroded slightly but not excessive

Pass 6 Sep 2024 125,659 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 125,396 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 123,558 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 117,874 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 117,873 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 112,534 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 107,363 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 102,621 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 98,426 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 91,835 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 89,166 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 85,375 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 81,399 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 74,655 miles

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

reverse light on tow bar electrics not working

Pass 26 Mar 2012 63,900 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 51,185 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 39,440 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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BV07 DXL is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BV07 DXL, 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 BV07 DXL registered?

BV07 DXL is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 20 April 2007.

Is BV07 DXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV07 DXL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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