2010 Subaru Outback 2.0L Diesel · BF60 FPN

The Subaru Outback passed its most recent MOT on 16 April 2026 at 131,562 miles, just over two months ago, so the certificate is current and the record is fresh. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but shows a pattern of recurring suspension and braking wear that has persisted across multiple test cycles. The tester flagged worn rear brake discs and pads, a corroded central rear anti-roll bar, and deteriorated rear sub-frame bushes at the latest test. These are not new failures but ongoing advisories that have appeared in similar form since at least April 2024, suggesting the car has been kept on the road with regular attention rather than neglected, though certain components have not been fully replaced rather than repeatedly noted. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. Between the April 2024 test at 117,029 miles and the April 2026 test at 131,562 miles, the car covered roughly 14,500 miles in two years, averaging around 7,250 miles annually. That sits comfortably within the typical range for a 2010 vehicle and indicates steady, moderate use rather than prolonged standing or unusually high annual mileage. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record, and the mileage aligns sensibly with the age of the vehicle. A buyer should pay close attention to the front and rear suspension components in person. The offside front suspension arm bush was excessively worn at the April 2026 failure but had apparently been addressed by the pass three days later, yet the nearside front outer bush and rear sub-frame bushes were still flagged as worn at the pass. The rear anti-roll bar bushes were excessively worn at the failure and only downgraded to advisory-level wear at the pass, which suggests partial rather than comprehensive renewal. The rear brake discs and pads were noted as worn and wearing thin at the most recent test, so expect those items to require replacement in the near term. The headlamp lenses and xenon light sources have been a recurring issue across multiple tests, with oxidation reducing light output, indicating the units may need professional restoration or replacement to maintain adequate night-time illumination. Corrosion advisories have appeared consistently since at least March 2025, with the tester noting varied stages of corrosion across the suspension, chassis, and braking components. While none of these have been deemed serious enough to cause failure, a 16-year-old vehicle with 131,562 miles will naturally show age-related corrosion, and a thorough underside inspection is advisable to confirm structural integrity, particularly around the sub-frame and suspension mounting points. The steering rack inner joint play flagged in April 2024 does not appear to have recurred, but it warrants a check during any test drive to confirm the steering remains precise and free of excessive free play.