2015 Subaru XV 2.0L Diesel · SV15 ABZ

This 2015 Subaru XV has a recorded mileage of 130,629 miles, which is roughly typical for its age at about 11,875 miles per year. The most recent MOT in March 2025 was a pass, but it carried a notable advisory for a slight play in the nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and a comment that the steering felt lighter when turning right. This steering observation is worth noting as it could indicate a developing issue with the steering rack, column, or suspension geometry, not just the anti-roll bar link. The mechanical pattern shows a clear and worsening trend in suspension and wheel bearing wear. In 2021, there were advisories for both front lower suspension ball joints having slight play, plus a severely binding offside rear brake. By 2023, the suspension issues had progressed to include a worn rear bush on the offside front lower arm, and all three wheel bearings (nearside front, nearside rear, and offside rear) were noted as having slight play or noise. The 2024 test was clean, but the 2025 test shows the suspension wear has returned with the anti-roll bar link issue, and the steering feel has changed. This pattern suggests the suspension components are ageing and may need replacement in the near future, especially the front lower arms and wheel bearings. The condition trend is worsening. While the car passed each test, the number and severity of suspension and steering advisories have increased over the last two years.