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J9 DCB

2017 Subaru Outback

Gold Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,505 mi
Last recorded17,505 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Subaru Outback47,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 DCB
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2017
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 17,505 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 16,202 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 14,617 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 12,928 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 11,249 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 8,938 miles

deep cut in n/s front tyre tread

Pass 27 Apr 2020 7,865 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

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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J9 DCB is a 2017 Subaru Outback in Gold with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Subaru Outback models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 47,323 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 J9 DCB, 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 9 years old, this Subaru Outback is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of J9 DCB?

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What year was J9 DCB registered?

J9 DCB is a 2017 Subaru Outback, first registered on 4 May 2017.

Is J9 DCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 DCB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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