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Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT reliable? We analysed 504 real MOT tests across 305 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 504 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.3%
Typical Mileage
29,396mi
Annual Mileage
7,502mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Subaru Outback Field Sym 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 Outback Field Sym AWD CVT.

Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.3%
2023
94.9%
2022
90%
2021

Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate 2

Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,301 mi/yr
Typical
7,502 mi/yr
Average
8,720 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,684 mi/yr

Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 75 89.3% 17,816 26,993 38,766
2022 197 94.9% 21,157 28,214 39,661
2021 210 90.0% 22,538 31,035 39,497

How Long Does a Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT Last?

Based on 305 Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.7 years
Median
3.0 years

Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT Mileage Distribution

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

Median
29,396 mi
75th Percentile
41,186 mi
95th Percentile
64,324 mi
Max Recorded
112,060 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT

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

Best year
2022

94.9% MOT pass rate from 197 tests

Year to avoid
2023

89.3% MOT pass rate from 75 tests

The best year to buy a used Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.9% across 197 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Subaru Outback Field Sym 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 Outback Field Sym AWD CVT THIS CAR 92.3% 504 29,396 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
Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line Executive D A 88.9% 199 28,066 mi — yrs

Compared to the Subaru Impreza (75.7% pass rate) and the Subaru Forester (76.1% pass rate), the Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT?

The Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.3% across 504 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate with 2 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT owner drives around 7,502 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

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 Outback Field Sym AWD CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT reliable?
Based on 504 MOT tests, the Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT has a 92.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT?
The most common failure point is registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate.
How many miles does a Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT do per year?
The typical Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT does around 7,502 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Subaru Outback Field Sym 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 Outback Field Sym AWD CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT is 2022 with a 94.9% pass rate across 197 tests.