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RV17 GZL

2017 Subaru Outback

Grey Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

87,869 mi
Last recorded87,869 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Subaru Outback47,323 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV17 GZL
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 87,869 miles

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

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

O/S/F headlamp washer jet cover missing

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 80,500 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 71,813 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 71,813 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 62,215 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 61,334 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2022 61,334 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 50,651 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 50,651 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 42,766 miles

Front grill broken

Fail 30 Nov 2020 42,766 miles

Front grill broken

Offside Front 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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RV17 GZL is a 2017 Subaru Outback in Grey with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 RV17 GZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV17 GZL registered?

RV17 GZL is a 2017 Subaru Outback, first registered on 27 March 2017.

Is RV17 GZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV17 GZL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV17 GZL have outstanding finance?

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