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BU63 VCJ

2013 Subaru Outback

Maroon Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,808 mi
Last recorded71,808 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Subaru Outback72,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 VCJ
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2013
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 71,808 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 67,523 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 67,523 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 63,224 miles

Nearside Front Lower Control arm bush perished

Offside Front Lower Control arm bush perished

Pass 26 Sep 2022 58,610 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 52,520 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 52,519 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2020 46,595 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 46,515 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 40,246 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edges.

Offside front tyre worn out on inner edge.

Pass 14 Sep 2018 33,727 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edges.

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 7 Sep 2017 25,829 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 25,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 18,153 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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BU63 VCJ is a 2013 Subaru Outback in Maroon with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Subaru Outback models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 72,110 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 BU63 VCJ, 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 13 years old, this Subaru Outback is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU63 VCJ?

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What year was BU63 VCJ registered?

BU63 VCJ is a 2013 Subaru Outback, first registered on 25 September 2013.

Is BU63 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU63 VCJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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