2021 Subaru Outback 2.5L Petrol · BC21 CFM

Most recent MOT (June 2025) The car passed its MOT at 33,145 mi, but the examiner noted that the rear brake pads are wearing thin. A thin pad is a wear‑item that will need replacement before the pads become completely exhausted, otherwise the braking performance will deteriorate and could lead to damage to the rear discs. Recurring pattern A year earlier (June 2024) the MOT highlighted front‑brake concerns – the front discs were described as “worn, pitted or scored” and the front pads were also thin. Together with the recent rear‑pad warning, the evidence points to a consistent brake‑wear issue across all four corners of the vehicle. Trend assessment The brake wear appears to be ongoing rather than improving. The front‑brake wear was flagged in 2024 and the rear‑brake wear has now emerged. If the pads and discs have not been replaced since those reports, the condition is likely worsening. Conversely, if the owner has already refreshed the front brakes, the rear‑pad warning suggests the next maintenance step is imminent. The overall trend is therefore stable‑to‑declining – the car is still road‑legal, but brake wear is a predictable, consumable item that will need attention soon. Mileage versus age At roughly 6,600 mi per year, the 2021 Outback sits squarely in the typical usage band for a five‑year‑old vehicle.