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MX07 ZTY

2008 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

156,519 mi
Last recorded156,519 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Forester76,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX07 ZTY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 156,519 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 154,617 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 148,151 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 136,224 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 122,294 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 105,963 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 98,786 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 83,807 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 83,676 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 74,650 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 70,785 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 67,198 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 64,103 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 63,905 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 56,126 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 44,868 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 40,318 miles

performance exhaust fitted but catalyst still pressent in front pipe

Pass 4 Feb 2011 27,382 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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MX07 ZTY is a 2008 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,799 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 MX07 ZTY, 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 18 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 MX07 ZTY registered?

MX07 ZTY is a 2008 Subaru Forester, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is MX07 ZTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX07 ZTY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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