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GN61 RCY

2012 Subaru Outback

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

171,985 mi
Last recorded171,985 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Subaru Outback79,431 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN61 RCY
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 171,985 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 159,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm/worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 159,085 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm/worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 150,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 138,203 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 138,203 miles

Battery leaking (4.13 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 129,326 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 129,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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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GN61 RCY is a 2012 Subaru Outback in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2012 Subaru Outback models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 79,431 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN61 RCY, 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 14 years old, this Subaru Outback is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN61 RCY registered?

GN61 RCY is a 2012 Subaru Outback, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is GN61 RCY safe to buy?

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