CarVerify

Free Car Check

P516 JRB

2007 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 1990cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

186,230 mi
Last recorded186,230 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Subaru
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP516 JRB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 186,230 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 185,798 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 183,377 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 May 2021 179,551 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Inner front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 14 May 2021 179,551 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Inner front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 174,875 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 174,863 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 173,735 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 173,725 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 181,153 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 163,599 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 152,661 miles

Front number plate cracked.

Stone damage to windscreen.

Pass 14 Jul 2009 139,455 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2009 139,455 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 111,904 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 104,075 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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
Full Subaru Forester reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P516 JRB is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 P516 JRB, 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

How do I check the history of P516 JRB?

You can check the full history of P516 JRB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P516 JRB registered?

P516 JRB is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 August 2007.

Is P516 JRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P516 JRB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P516 JRB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P516 JRB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.