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MF57 GZD

2007 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

131,161 mi
Last recorded131,161 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF57 GZD
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 131,161 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 126,764 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 122,188 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 118,750 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 115,845 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 110,449 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 110,449 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 109,006 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 102,838 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 102,838 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 91,140 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 79,887 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 73,768 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 73,768 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 66,335 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 60,022 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 51,426 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 46,507 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 38,559 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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MF57 GZD 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 MF57 GZD, 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 MF57 GZD registered?

MF57 GZD is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 13 September 2007.

Is MF57 GZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF57 GZD 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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