2022 Subaru Crosstrek 2.5L Petrol · AE71 CLJ

The most recent MOT on 5 October 2022 recorded a failure because the rear fog lamp was missing. No other defects were listed, and the earlier entry on the same day shows a pass at the same mileage (1,531 mi). This means the only documented safety issue is a lighting fault, which is easy to remedy by fitting the correct fog lamp. There is no evidence of a recurring mechanical problem – the MOT history contains no failures for brakes, suspension, emissions or drivetrain components. With just one minor lighting defect, the vehicle’s condition trend appears stable rather than worsening. At roughly 383 mi per year, the Subaru Crosstrek has been driven very lightly for a four‑year‑old car. Low mileage can imply that major wear items such as tyres, brakes and clutch have been used minimally, which is generally positive. However, prolonged periods of little use can also allow seals to dry out and rust to develop in hidden areas, so the low mileage does not guarantee that everything is in perfect shape. For a buyer, the first things to check in person are: Verify that a rear fog lamp is now fitted, correctly wired and operational. Inspect the overall body and under‑carriage for any signs of corrosion that might have developed while the car sat idle.