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FG07 WBP

2007 Subaru Forester

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,272 mi
Last recorded128,272 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG07 WBP
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 128,272 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 121,053 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Apr 2017 112,960 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Apr 2016 104,278 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 94,666 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 94,666 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 94,523 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 78,660 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 78,660 miles

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

Centre exhaust bracket broken off

Pass 12 Aug 2013 78,638 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 67,088 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 67,088 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 48,143 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front tyre sligth cut in wall

Fail 8 Apr 2011 48,143 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front tyre sligth cut in wall

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 32,213 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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FG07 WBP is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG07 WBP, 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 FG07 WBP registered?

FG07 WBP is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 2 May 2007.

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