Subaru Forester MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

23.8%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Subaru Forester vehicles
Based on 19,591 MOT tests
4.2pp below the UK average (28%)

Subaru Forester in this age bracket has a 23.8% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: suspension and lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Subaru Forester are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 6.2%
Lamps & Electrics 4.1%
Brakes 2.6%
Visibility 1.7%
Tyres 1.6%
Body & Chassis 0.6%
Steering 0.3%

How Does This Compare?

Subaru Forester MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 7.6% 3,084 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 11.8% 11,575 Visibility
6-10 years 23.8% 19,591 Suspension
11-15 years 37.3% 16,099 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 39.5% 20,413 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Subaru Forester reliable?

6-10-year-old Subaru Forester vehicles have a 23.8% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Subaru Forester?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 6.2% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 4.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 2.6% failure risk

How can I prepare my Subaru Forester for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Subaru Forester, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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