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SM16 FKJ

2016 Subaru Outback

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,340 mi
Last recorded80,340 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Subaru Outback55,502 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM16 FKJ
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 80,340 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 72,294 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 64,312 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 57,794 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 48,881 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 39,440 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 33,284 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 25,953 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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SM16 FKJ is a 2016 Subaru Outback in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM16 FKJ, 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

How do I check the history of SM16 FKJ?

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What year was SM16 FKJ registered?

SM16 FKJ is a 2016 Subaru Outback, first registered on 29 June 2016.

Is SM16 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM16 FKJ 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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