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SM59 KTE

2009 Subaru Outback

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,012 mi
Last recorded102,012 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2009 Subaru Outback82,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 KTE
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 102,012 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 94,967 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyre treads worn unevenly

exhaust system deteriorated

Fail 12 Dec 2016 94,967 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyre treads worn unevenly

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 21 Dec 2015 82,126 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 66,371 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 66,311 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 52,834 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 37,746 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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SM59 KTE is a 2009 Subaru Outback in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Subaru Outback models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 82,707 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 SM59 KTE, 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 17 years old, this Subaru Outback is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM59 KTE registered?

SM59 KTE is a 2009 Subaru Outback, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is SM59 KTE safe to buy?

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