2018 Subaru XV 2.0L Petrol · SY18 UNE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding brake components and tyre wear. The most recent test in late May 2026 at 34,792 miles flagged both front brake discs as being pitted and scored, along with both front tyres reaching the legal tread limit. This follows a recurring pattern of front-end wear across the last four years, indicating that components are being run to the point of failure despite passing the MOT tests. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old Subaru, averaging approximately 4,350 miles per year. The record shows consistent annual testing with mileage increments of roughly 4,000 to 5,000 miles between 2022 and 2026. While this low usage suggests light road exposure, it often leads to accelerated corrosion on brake surfaces and flat spotting if the vehicle is not driven frequently enough to clear away debris, which likely explains the persistent pitting and binding issues noted in the 2026 report. A buyer must personally inspect the front braking system to evaluate the extent of the corrosion on the discs. The history notes a binding nearside front brake in 2025 and fluctuating rear brakes in 2024, which suggests potential caliper slider issues or sticking rotors due to low use. Given that the front tyres were flagged for uneven wear repeatedly in 2022, 2023, and 2026, the buyer should verify the wheel alignment, as the owner has failed to address this recurring wear pattern over multiple inspection cycles.