Subaru Xv Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Subaru Xv car check
Is the Subaru Xv reliable? We analysed 50,367 real MOT tests across 6,047 vehicles to find out.
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The Subaru Xv is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Subaru Xv.
Subaru Xv Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Subaru Xv. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Subaru Xv MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Subaru Xv to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Subaru Xv Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Subaru Xv models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Subaru Xv Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Subaru Xv owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Subaru Xv MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Subaru Xv year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 330 | 90.3% | 15,605 | 24,028 | 36,323 |
| 2020 | 245 | 88.6% | 19,410 | 30,782 | 43,978 |
| 2019 | 4,223 | 91.8% | 19,044 | 28,945 | 42,418 |
| 2018 | 6,425 | 90.5% | 21,617 | 32,432 | 47,227 |
| 2017 | 4,483 | 87.4% | 24,923 | 38,177 | 57,309 |
| 2016 | 6,218 | 85.8% | 27,697 | 43,341 | 62,968 |
| 2015 | 6,156 | 85.4% | 31,741 | 48,691 | 71,236 |
| 2014 | 6,990 | 83.3% | 36,808 | 56,110 | 80,433 |
| 2013 | 7,428 | 82.2% | 37,890 | 59,337 | 84,606 |
| 2012 | 7,491 | 80.2% | 41,478 | 64,380 | 89,852 |
How Long Does a Subaru Xv Last?
Based on 6,047 Subaru Xv vehicles on UK roads.
Subaru Xv Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Subaru Xv MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Subaru Xv
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.8% MOT pass rate from 4,223 tests
80.2% MOT pass rate from 7,491 tests
The best year to buy a used Subaru Xv is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.8% across 4,223 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Subaru Xv Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Xv THIS CAR | 85.3% | 50,367 | 46,308 mi | 14 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 |
| Yamaha YQ50 | 69% | 34,454 | 12,688 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Subaru Impreza (75.7% pass rate) and the Subaru Forester (76.1% pass rate), the Subaru Xv outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Subaru XvShould you buy a used Subaru Xv?
The Subaru Xv has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.3% across 50,367 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Subaru Xv 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 Xv owner drives around 6,388 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.
In terms of longevity, most Subaru Xv models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.