2010 Subaru Outback 2.0L Diesel · BF60 FPC

The most recent MOT (13 January 2023) was a pass, but it recorded two non‑minor defects: the off‑side rear brake pipe was corroded and covered in grease, and the near‑side rear wheel bearing showed slight play. Both items are safety‑related and would need to be rectified before the next test. A pattern emerges around the wheel bearings. In January 2022 the off‑side front wheel bearing was described as “rough when rotated”, and a year later the near‑side rear bearing had “slight play”. This suggests progressive bearing wear on both axles rather than an isolated fault. The brake pipe corrosion is a separate issue, likely caused by exposure to moisture and road salt, but it also points to the need for a thorough inspection of the rear braking system. Overall the MOT trend is mixed. The vehicle has passed three of its last five tests, but each pass has been accompanied by a defect that was either repaired or left as a “minor” item. The recurrence of bearing‑related comments indicates the condition may be stabilising but is not improving; wear is expected as the car approaches two decades of age. At roughly 136 000 miles over 16 years (about 8 500 miles per year) the mileage is typical for a vehicle of this age.