Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Subaru Xv?

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 2021 Subaru Xv?

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 2021 Subaru Xv?

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 2021 Subaru Xv reliable?

Based on MOT data from 123 vehicles, the 2021 Subaru Xv has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2021 Subaru Xv?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2021 Subaru Xv are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (21.1% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (18.7% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (18.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Subaru Xv?

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 Xv (2021)

123 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.3% first-time pass rate

2021 Subaru Xv

CarHunch analysed 123 real MOT records for the 2021 Subaru Xv. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Subaru XV is notably reliable, with a 94.3% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—a strong signal for buyers. Dangerous defects are rare at just 6.5%, so safety concerns are not a defining issue for this cohort.

These vehicles are running at sensible mileage for their age, with a median of 23,325 miles, and they're failing inspections infrequently (0.2 failures per car on average). The real story is in the advisories: averaging 2.0 per vehicle suggests minor wear items are creeping in, so budget for routine maintenance and have any advisory items checked before purchase to avoid surprise costs down the line.

We have limited data for the 2021 Subaru Xv — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

94.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.2

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 15k–33k

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These stats describe 123 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 123 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 21.1%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 18.7%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 4.1%

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2021.

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Based on MOT data from 123 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 2021 Subaru Xv 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.

23,325

typical

15,286

low mileage

33,072

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Subaru Xv vehicles fall between 15,286 and 33,072 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,286 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.

✓ 15,286–33,072 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Subaru Xvs sit.

⚠ Over 44,647 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

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.2

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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