Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Subaru Outback Field Sym 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 Outback Field Sym 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 Outback Field Sym 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 Outback Field Sym AWD CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles, the 2022 Subaru Outback Field Sym 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 Outback Field Sym 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 Outback Field Sym AWD CVT (2022)

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

2022 Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT

CarHunch analysed 131 real MOT records for the 2022 Subaru Outback Field Sym 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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The 2022 Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT is a genuinely reliable proposition, with a 96.6% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80% and a dangerous defect rate of just 3.8%—well below concerning levels. This is a car that's unlikely to spring nasty surprises on you at MOT time.

At an average mileage of 28,321 miles for a two-year-old vehicle, these Outbacks are running typical for their age, and the low failure count of 0.05 per car underscores their solid build quality. The 0.7 advisories per vehicle suggest minor wear items are cropping up as expected, so budget for preventative maintenance on things like brakes and fluids, but this is standard for the breed.

We have limited data for the 2022 Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

96.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.05

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 19k–35k

For context

These stats describe 131 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 131 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Subaru Outback Field Sym 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.

25,749

typical

19,392

low mileage

35,332

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVT vehicles fall between 19,392 and 35,332 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 19,392 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.

✓ 19,392–35,332 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Subaru Outback Field Sym AWD CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 47,698 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

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.05

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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