2010 Subaru Outback 2.0L Diesel · WF10 SRY

The 29 September 2025 MOT at 135,352 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness. Earlier entries show recurring suspension play and an exhaust mounting defect, but the latest result indicates that any prior issues have been addressed or are within acceptable limits, suggesting a stable maintenance trend rather than a clear worsening or improving pattern. Mileage has risen from 70,576 miles in the January 2017 test to 135,352 miles in the September 2025 test, an increase of 64,776 miles over 8 years and 8 months, averaging roughly 7,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 16‑year‑old vehicle. The 2024 test at 130,592 miles followed the 2023 test at 126,705 miles just 10 months earlier, and the 2025 test came 15 months after the 2024 test, showing regular annual testing with no unusually rapid accumulation. The repeated 5.3.4 (a) (i) findings on both rear upper suspension arm ball joints since December 2022 indicate persistent suspension wear that should be inspected for play, binding or worn bushes, while the 2024 defect on the rear exhaust mounting suggests possible corrosion or fatigue in the mounting brackets. These recurring faults point to components that merit close examination during a physical inspection. Brake pad wear recorded in December 2022 (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) and the persistent pitting of the rear brake disc since the 2016 test (3.5.1i) indicate that the braking system has seen regular use and may need pad replacement and disc assessment. A buyer should therefore examine suspension bush condition, verify exhaust mounting integrity, inspect brake pads and discs for wear, and look for any structural rust on the chassis or subframes before finalising the purchase.