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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Subaru Forester X. Check any Forester X by registration number below.

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85.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.0%

vs Subaru Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Subaru Forester X — MOT Reliability Overview

The Subaru Forester X has an average MOT pass rate of 85.7%, which is 0.0 percentage points above the Subaru brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Forester X is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Subaru Forester X, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Subaru Forester X performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 46 vehicles

93.5%Excellent
Subaru average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

7.4%

Mileage at 10yr

103k mi

2012

Based on 39 vehicles

79.5%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

25.0%

0

Based on 57 vehicles

84.2%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

83k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

4.3%

Front Offside

4.3%

Nearside

4.3%

Other Subaru Models

Compare MOT reliability across Subaru models.

Subaru Impreza

91.7% pass rate

Subaru Forester 2.0d-l Cvt

94.1% pass rate

Subaru Xv ( G4 )

98.1% pass rate

Subaru Outback 2.0d (bm/br)

92.4% pass rate

Subaru WRX

94.5% pass rate

Subaru Impreza Gl

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Subaru Forester X

Subaru Forester X — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Subaru Forester X MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Forester X?
The average MOT pass rate for the Subaru Forester X is 85.7% compared to the Subaru average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Subaru Forester X?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Subaru Forester X reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 85.7%, the Subaru Forester X is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Subaru Forester X?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Subaru Forester X?
Typical mileage for the Subaru Forester X: 103,470 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Forester X to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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