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Subaru Forester Xc D MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Subaru Forester Xc D. Check any Forester Xc D by registration number below.

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73.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-11.8%

vs Subaru Avg

2

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Subaru Forester Xc D — MOT Reliability Overview

The Subaru Forester Xc D has an average MOT pass rate of 73.9%, which is 11.8 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 Forester Xc D on the road.

Before buying a used Subaru Forester Xc D, 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 Forester Xc D performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 41 vehicles

70.7%Average
Subaru average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

22.7%

0

Based on 35 vehicles

77.1%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

108k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

19.5%

Rear Offside

12.2%

Rear Nearside

12.2%

Other Subaru Models

Compare MOT reliability across Subaru models.

Subaru Impreza

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 Forester Xc D

Subaru Forester Xc D — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Subaru Forester Xc D MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Forester Xc D?
The average MOT pass rate for the Subaru Forester Xc D is 73.9% 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 Forester Xc D?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Subaru Forester Xc D reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 73.9%, the Subaru Forester Xc D 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 Forester Xc D?
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 Forester Xc D?
Typical mileage for the Subaru Forester Xc D: 108,470 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Forester Xc D to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Subaru Forester Xc D's MOT History

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