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BU16 XRR

2016 Subaru Outback

Grey Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,338 mi
Last recorded87,338 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Subaru Outback55,502 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 XRR
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 87,338 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 79,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre nail in tread ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 68,624 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Feb 2023 58,125 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 49,226 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 46,344 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 43,842 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 20 Feb 2019 35,017 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 35,017 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the Subaru Outback?

Based on 130,193 MOT tests across 11,131 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
7,615
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,791
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 1,553
Registration plate lamp not working 1,444
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,295
position lamp(s) not working 962
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BU16 XRR is a 2016 Subaru Outback in Grey with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Subaru Outback models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 55,502 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Outback fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,791 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU16 XRR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Outback typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 10 years old, this Subaru Outback is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU16 XRR registered?

BU16 XRR is a 2016 Subaru Outback, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is BU16 XRR safe to buy?

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