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SH56 SSJ

2007 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

129,315 mi
Last recorded129,315 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 SSJ
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 129,315 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 117,144 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 100,687 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 86,826 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 86,826 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 78,137 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 69,765 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 61,103 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 51,205 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 39,494 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 32,683 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 32,683 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 25,479 miles

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

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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SH56 SSJ is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SH56 SSJ, 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 SH56 SSJ registered?

SH56 SSJ is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 9 February 2007.

Is SH56 SSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 SSJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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