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NL57 HPY

2007 Subaru Forester

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

142,879 mi
Last recorded142,879 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL57 HPY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 142,879 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 142,873 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 141,066 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all rear end of chassis is slightly corrode

Pass 17 Oct 2017 119,759 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both the headlamp washers do not work.

Fail 16 Oct 2017 119,759 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both the front wipers smear.

both the headlamp washers do not work.

Pass 18 Nov 2016 105,106 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 103,578 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 97,682 miles

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

anti roll bar links slightly worn front and rear

Pass 24 Jan 2014 82,511 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2014 82,321 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 68,743 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 68,587 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 55,545 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 45,204 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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NL57 HPY is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 NL57 HPY, 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.

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What year was NL57 HPY registered?

NL57 HPY is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 14 September 2007.

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