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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Subaru B9 Tribeca. Check any B9 Tribeca by registration number below.

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68.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-17.4%

vs Subaru Avg

4

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Subaru B9 Tribeca — MOT Reliability Overview

The Subaru B9 Tribeca has an average MOT pass rate of 68.3%, which is 17.4 percentage points below the Subaru brand average of 85.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your B9 Tribeca on the road.

The most common reasons a Subaru B9 Tribeca fails its MOT are stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your B9 Tribeca for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Subaru B9 Tribeca, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Subaru B9 Tribeca performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 178 vehicles

69.1%Average
Subaru average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

21.7%

2007

Based on 169 vehicles

68.6%Average
Subaru average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

22.7%

2006

Based on 123 vehicles

64.2%Below Average
Subaru average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

9.2%

Retest Rate

32.3%

0

Based on 275 vehicles

71.3%Average
Subaru average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

101k mi

Top MOT Failures — Subaru B9 Tribeca

The most common reasons a Subaru B9 Tribeca fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

8.3%
Subaru B9 Tribeca Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

5.1%

Rear Offside

3.9%

Front Nearside

3.4%

Other Subaru Models

Compare MOT reliability across Subaru models.

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91.7% pass rate

Subaru Forester 2.0d-l Cvt

94.1% pass rate

Subaru Xv ( G4 )

98.1% pass rate

Subaru Outback 2.0d (bm/br)

92.4% pass rate

Subaru WRX

94.5% pass rate

Subaru Impreza Gl

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Subaru B9 Tribeca

Subaru B9 Tribeca — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Subaru B9 Tribeca MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru B9 Tribeca?
The average MOT pass rate for the Subaru B9 Tribeca is 68.3% compared to the Subaru average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Subaru B9 Tribeca?
The most common MOT failures on the Subaru B9 Tribeca are: Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (8.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Subaru B9 Tribeca reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 68.3%, the Subaru B9 Tribeca is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Subaru B9 Tribeca?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Subaru B9 Tribeca?
Typical mileage for the Subaru B9 Tribeca: 100,604 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used B9 Tribeca to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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