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YG07 HHB

2007 Subaru Forester

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,423 mi
Last recorded132,423 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG07 HHB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 132,423 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 132,423 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 131,657 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 123,103 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 123,103 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2016 117,164 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 117,149 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid master cylinder (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 116,006 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 115,944 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)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 114,865 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 114,523 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 86,169 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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YG07 HHB is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YG07 HHB, 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 YG07 HHB registered?

YG07 HHB is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 14 March 2007.

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