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NX16 XLS

2016 Subaru Outback

Grey Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,222 mi
Last recorded67,222 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Subaru Outback55,502 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX16 XLS
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 67,222 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 50,824 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 36,014 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 24 Jan 2024 36,013 miles

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

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

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2023 20,335 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 17,655 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 16,028 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 13,911 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 10,931 miles

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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NX16 XLS 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 NX16 XLS, 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 NX16 XLS registered?

NX16 XLS is a 2016 Subaru Outback, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is NX16 XLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX16 XLS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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