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NV07 NXL

2007 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

94,677 mi
Last recorded94,677 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV07 NXL
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 94,677 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2022 94,677 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 89,346 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 83,893 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp inoperative

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Strong Advise: Brake unions and ferrules heavily corroded

Strong Advise: Steering,suspension and brake components showing age,wear and heavy surface corrosion

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

Fail 9 Dec 2020 83,892 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Both nearside rear and offside rear inner sills corroded

Cover sills fitted

Nearside Front Fog lamp inoperative

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Strong Advise: Brake unions and ferrules heavily corroded

Strong Advise: Steering,suspension and brake components showing age,wear and heavy surface corrosion

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 74,047 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 15 Apr 2019 74,047 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 66,110 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2018 66,110 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 57,523 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 45,547 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 38,573 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 26,793 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 25,209 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,641 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 17,973 miles

rear brake discs worn

Fail 20 Jun 2011 17,973 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake discs worn

Pass 23 Jun 2010 12,888 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front discs worn

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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NV07 NXL is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 NV07 NXL, 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 NV07 NXL registered?

NV07 NXL is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is NV07 NXL safe to buy?

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