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SK57 VNR

2007 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,621 mi
Last recorded71,621 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK57 VNR
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 71,621 miles

most of the suspension components corroded

Fail 18 Sep 2020 71,614 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 69,027 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 69,027 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 67,225 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 65,605 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 65,605 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 59,194 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 52,220 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 46,142 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 46,142 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 40,745 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 34,448 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 27,670 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 20,515 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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SK57 VNR is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SK57 VNR, 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 SK57 VNR registered?

SK57 VNR is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is SK57 VNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK57 VNR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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