2010 Subaru Outback 3.6L Petrol · GK10 WDW

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of wear-related defects. While the car passed its most recent test in November 2021 at 176,996 miles, this followed a failure just six days prior due to lighting and suspension issues. The recurring presence of worn suspension arm bushes and oil leaks across multiple years suggests that while the vehicle is kept operational, the owner tends to take a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between November 2018 at 160,110 miles and November 2021 at 176,996 miles, the car covered roughly 17,000 miles, indicating steady use. However, there is no recorded MOT data for the five years leading to the current date in June 2026. This significant gap means the current state of critical safety components, tyres, and structural integrity is entirely unknown since the last official inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry, as the arm bushes have been flagged in four consecutive tests. The 2019 report of steering rack play and ball joint wear indicates the steering system may be nearing the end of its service life. Additionally, the long-standing non-excessive oil leak noted since 2019 requires close monitoring to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak. Given the previous reports of corroded brake pipes and binding calipers, the entire braking system should be checked for structural corrosion and seized pistons before any purchase.