SUBARU OUTBACK2009 · 3.0L PETROL

The provided MOT history is extremely limited, showing only a single pass in March 2012 at 16,982 miles. Because today is May 2026, there is a fourteen-year gap in the official safety record. The vehicle passed its last test with no defects, but this data is now obsolete and offers no assurance of the car's current mechanical state. This vehicle is roughly 17 years old but has covered fewer than 17,000 miles in total. This averages to under 1,000 miles per year, which is exceptionally low usage. While this suggests the engine and drivetrain have seen light mechanical wear, such low annual mileage often indicates long periods of inactivity or storage. Vehicles that stand still for years can deteriorate faster than those driven regularly, as fluids degrade and seals dry out. The primary risk here is age-related degradation caused by lack of use rather than wear and tear from driving. With no MOT history since 2012, you must assume that perishable components like tyres, belts, and hoses may have perished. Brake components are likely to be corroded or seized due to moisture buildup during storage, and the fuel system may suffer from stale fuel or sediment.