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

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76.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.2%

vs Subaru Avg

3

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Subaru Forestr — MOT Reliability Overview

The Subaru Forestr has an average MOT pass rate of 76.5%, which is 9.2 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 Forestr on the road.

The most common reasons a Subaru Forestr fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. If you are preparing your Forestr 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 Forestr, 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 Forestr performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 80 vehicles

71.3%Average
Subaru average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

37.8%

2015

Based on 401 vehicles

76.3%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

26.9%

Mileage at 10yr

127k mi

0

Based on 255 vehicles

82.0%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

69k mi

Top MOT Failures — Subaru Forestr

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

1

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

6.9%
2

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.5%
Subaru Forestr Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

7.5%

Rear Offside

6.3%

Front Nearside

5.0%

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 Forestr

Subaru Forestr — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Subaru Forestr MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Forestr?
The average MOT pass rate for the Subaru Forestr is 76.5% 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 Forestr?
The most common MOT failures on the Subaru Forestr are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (6.9%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Subaru Forestr reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 76.5%, the Subaru Forestr is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Subaru Forestr?
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 Forestr?
Typical mileage for the Subaru Forestr: 127,193 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Forestr to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Subaru Forestr's MOT History

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