2021 Subaru Outback 2.5L Petrol · SN71 YCY

The most recent MOT, carried out on 5 September 2025, was a clean pass at 16,010 miles with no defects recorded. The previous test, a year earlier on 2 September 2024, also passed without any recorded issues at 6,531 miles. Across the two tests the vehicle has shown no recurring faults, and the lack of any recorded defects suggests the mechanical condition has been stable rather than deteriorating. Mileage-wise the Outback is unusually low for a five‑year‑old – roughly 3,200 miles per year on average. However, the jump from 6,531 to 16,010 miles between the two MOTs indicates about 9,500 miles were logged in the most recent year, which is closer to a typical annual usage figure. This pattern could mean the car was lightly used for several years and then saw a period of more regular driving. Low overall mileage can be a sign of gentle wear, but long periods of inactivity can also lead to ageing of rubber components, seals and tyres. Because the MOT history is clean and there is no evidence of emerging safety‑related problems, the principal risk is not obvious from the records. The main caution is that low‑mileage, older‑age vehicles sometimes hide wear that is not captured by an MOT, such as dried‑out bushings, ageing brake pads or tyre cracking, and any corrosion that may have developed while the car was stationary. What to check in person - Inspect the tyre tread and sidewalls for age‑related cracking, even if the tread depth looks adequate.