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Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT reliable? We analysed 112 real MOT tests across 111 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 112 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
96.4%
Typical Mileage
22,880mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT.

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Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.3%
2022

Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 64 95.3% 15,756 23,034 29,752

How Long Does a Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT Last?

Based on 111 Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.2 years
Median
2.0 years

Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
22,880 mi
75th Percentile
29,844 mi
95th Percentile
44,924 mi
Max Recorded
69,868 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

95.3% MOT pass rate from 64 tests

The best year to buy a used Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.3% across 64 tests.

How Does the Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT THIS CAR 96.4% 112 22,880 mi — yrs
Subaru Impreza 75.7% 915,729 83,083 mi 33 yrs
Subaru Forester 76.1% 456,470 85,220 mi 29 yrs
Subaru Legacy 72.5% 349,986 96,000 mi 35 yrs
Toyota Landcruiser LC4 D-4D A 77.9% 461 159,683 mi — yrs

Compared to the Subaru Impreza (75.7% pass rate) and the Subaru Forester (76.1% pass rate), the Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT?

The Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 96.4% across 112 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT reliable?
Based on 112 MOT tests, the Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT has a 96.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT is 2022 with a 95.3% pass rate across 64 tests.