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Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT reliable? We analysed 2,699 real MOT tests across 1,151 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,699 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.3%
Typical Mileage
24,652mi
Annual Mileage
6,490mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer 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 Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT.

Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92.6%
2023
95.4%
2022
93.5%
2021
94.8%
2020
95.2%
2019

Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5

Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer 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
4,157 mi/yr
Typical
6,490 mi/yr
Average
7,226 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,277 mi/yr

Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 230 92.6% 16,673 25,360 38,684
2022 416 95.4% 15,537 22,416 31,004
2021 875 93.5% 17,764 24,735 34,064
2020 773 94.8% 17,680 24,730 35,186
2019 335 95.2% 16,048 25,098 37,904

How Long Does a Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT Last?

Based on 1,151 Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.4 years
Median
3.0 years

Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT Mileage Distribution

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

Median
24,652 mi
75th Percentile
35,550 mi
95th Percentile
58,533 mi
Max Recorded
141,095 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT

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

Best year
2022

95.4% MOT pass rate from 416 tests

Year to avoid
2023

92.6% MOT pass rate from 230 tests

The best year to buy a used Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.4% across 416 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.6% — 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 I SE Prem E Boxer 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 Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT THIS CAR 94.3% 2,699 24,652 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
Audi A6 S Ln Blk ED45TFSI MHEV Q Sa 92.9% 1,059 31,989 mi — yrs

Compared to the Subaru Impreza (75.7% pass rate) and the Subaru Forester (76.1% pass rate), the Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT?

The Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.3% across 2,699 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 I SE Prem E Boxer 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 Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT owner drives around 6,490 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 Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT reliable?
Based on 2,699 MOT tests, the Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT has a 94.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT do per year?
The typical Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT does around 6,490 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer 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 Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Subaru Xv I SE Prem E Boxer AWD CVT is 2022 with a 95.4% pass rate across 416 tests.