SUBARU XV2012 · 2.0L Diesel

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a worsening trend in mechanical wear and deferred maintenance. While the Subaru passed its most recent test on 26 May 2026 at 137,284 miles, it followed a significant failure just three days prior. This failure revealed critical safety issues involving the steering linkage and suspension components. The transition from a slight wear to excessive play in the nearside steering linkage ball joint between test intervals suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach failure point rather than through preventative care. At 137,284 miles over 14 years, the vehicle has maintained a consistent average of approximately 10,000 miles per year, which is typical for its age. However, the mileage data between November 2024 and May 2026 shows an accumulation of 6,580 miles in just eighteen months. During this period, the vehicle suffered multiple MOT failures, and the sudden drop of the nearside rear tyre below the legal 1.6mm limit in the May 2026 test indicates a rapid decline in the upkeep of basic consumable items. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry and steering assembly. The record repeatedly flags the nearside front suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages, alongside steering linkage ball joints. The recurring nature of worn bushes and uneven tyres across multiple years suggests potential alignment issues or worn components that are causing premature tyre wear on the offside. Furthermore, the presence of cracking on the offside rear tyre and the damage to the nearside door mirror point to a history of ignoring minor cosmetic and functional defects until forced to act by a tester.