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LR56 TYC

2007 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,152 mi
Last recorded113,152 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 TYC
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 113,152 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 110,158 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 110,136 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 103,758 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 103,747 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 96,583 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jul 2022 96,551 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted flexy brake hose. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil damp. (5.3.2 (b))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

front fog lamps not working.

Pass 27 Jul 2021 90,718 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 88,103 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 81,832 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2019 81,832 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 69,109 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade split

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 58,923 miles

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

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

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 48,048 miles

Both rear tyres deteriorated

Nail in tyre (offside rear)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 37,425 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 27,169 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 20,441 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 17,366 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 14,645 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 9,830 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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LR56 TYC is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LR56 TYC, 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 LR56 TYC registered?

LR56 TYC is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 January 2007.

Is LR56 TYC safe to buy?

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