2014 Subaru Outback 2.0L Diesel · WX64 YEC

The Subaru Outback holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 12 June 2026 at 160,089 miles, passing with only minor advisories. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but shows a slight uptick in wear-related advisories compared with the clean passes recorded in 2024 and 2025. The vehicle failed its 10 June 2026 test on four tyre defects and a worn nearside front wheel bearing, then passed two days later after those items were addressed, suggesting the owner rectified immediate failures but left older advisories unresolved. The mileage progression tells a clear story of sustained high use. Between the clean pass on 7 June 2025 at 156,635 miles and the June 2026 tests at 160,089 miles, the car covered 3,454 miles in roughly twelve months, a modest uptick from the longer-term average of approximately 13,341 miles per year. The record is consistent, with no large gaps or implausible jumps, indicating regular annual testing and steady road use rather than long periods of dormancy. A buyer should focus on the front suspension and wheel bearings in person. The tester flagged slight play in the offside front wheel bearing in both June 2026 tests, and the nearside front bearing was cited in the 10 June failure before being rectified for the retest. Repeated bearing advisories on a high-mileage vehicle point to genuine wear rather than a one-off inspection note. Have both front bearings checked under load and listen for roughness during a road test. The rear anti-roll bar pin or bush advisory has appeared in both June 2026 tests without being classified as severe, yet it signals the rear suspension is ageing. Combined with perishing rear tyres noted in the most recent pass, the rear end likely needs closer inspection for corrosion, bush degradation, and tyre condition. The June 2026 failure also flagged cuts reaching the ply on both front tyres, which were replaced before the retest, but the underlying cause, such as kerbing damage or incorrect tracking, should be investigated to prevent recurrence.