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NG61 ZDM

2012 Subaru Outback

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

201,704 mi
Last recorded201,704 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Subaru Outback79,431 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG61 ZDM
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 201,704 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2025 201,704 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 181,522 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2023 174,809 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 164,204 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISH BONE REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISH BONE REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust deteriorated but not blowing

Pass 24 Sep 2021 141,607 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 114,977 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 90,566 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 66,699 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 47,828 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 19,717 miles

undertrays fitted

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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NG61 ZDM is a 2012 Subaru Outback in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 NG61 ZDM, 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

How do I check the history of NG61 ZDM?

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What year was NG61 ZDM registered?

NG61 ZDM is a 2012 Subaru Outback, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is NG61 ZDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG61 ZDM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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