Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 155 vehicles, the 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT (2022)

155 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.6% first-time pass rate

2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT

CarHunch analysed 155 real MOT records for the 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Subaru Forester is a genuinely reliable choice, with a 94.1% first-time pass rate that significantly outpaces the UK average of 80%—and the hybrid powertrain shows no weakness, passing at 94.0%. Only 2.6% of these vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and shouldn't concern most buyers.

At just under 26,000 miles on average, these cars are still very young with minimal wear, and that shows in the numbers: they average only 0.07 failures per vehicle and 0.7 advisories each. Before buying, check the service history carefully to ensure the hybrid system and CVT transmission have been maintained to schedule, as preventative care on both is worth the investment.

We have limited data for the 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

96.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.07

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 16k–35k

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These stats describe 155 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 155 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%)	154	96.6%	0.07

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

20,776

typical

16,278

low mileage

35,203

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVT vehicles fall between 16,278 and 35,203 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 16,278 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 16,278–35,203 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Subaru Forester I Xe Prm Ebxr AWD CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 47,524 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.07

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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