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YM56 VTE

2007 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

140,273 mi
Last recorded140,273 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM56 VTE
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2020 140,273 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 126,624 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 121,986 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 121,986 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 117,200 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 112,947 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 111,033 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 106,306 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 May 2013 101,862 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 94,600 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 94,595 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 76,868 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 61,010 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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YM56 VTE is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YM56 VTE, 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 YM56 VTE registered?

YM56 VTE is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 1 February 2007.

Is YM56 VTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM56 VTE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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