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YR07 OWB

2007 Subaru Forester

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,932 mi
Last recorded109,932 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Subaru Forester77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR07 OWB
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 109,932 miles

rear numberplate needs changing soon

Fail 29 Sep 2025 109,932 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear numberplate needs changing soon

Pass 2 Oct 2024 99,135 miles

both rear shocks misting

Pass 3 Oct 2023 89,357 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underseal applied underneath

Pass 8 Aug 2022 81,068 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 75,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 75,001 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 71,400 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 68,257 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 61,785 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 61,783 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 52,965 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 52,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 48,421 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 42,095 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 32,367 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Apr 2013 23,588 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 21,429 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 16,485 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 11,947 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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YR07 OWB is a 2007 Subaru Forester in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YR07 OWB, 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 YR07 OWB registered?

YR07 OWB is a 2007 Subaru Forester, first registered on 30 April 2007.

Is YR07 OWB safe to buy?

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