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SUBARU FORESTER (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,617 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

1,617

Avg Mileage

49,495 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,772

Is the 2018 SUBARU FORESTER reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SUBARU brand average of 83%.

At 6 years old, 90% of SUBARU FORESTERs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,617 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 49,495 miles.

How does the 2018 SUBARU FORESTER compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars354th out of 649(top 55%)
Rank among all SUBARU models49th out of 193(top 25%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+1% (89% avg)
vs SUBARU average+7% (83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 SUBARU FORESTER has 49,495 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a SUBARU FORESTER?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 71%. The 2018 sits between the two at 90%.

How much does a 2018 SUBARU FORESTER cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1998cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,772
Per month£148/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

SUBARU FORESTER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202188%7355,047 mi
202089%11756,363 mi
201992%96840,774 mi
201890%1,61749,495 mi
201788%1,50159,999 mi
201684%2,03468,939 mi
201583%1,71975,172 mi
201481%2,04685,284 mi
201378%1,24495,454 mi
201275%518104,981 mi
201178%1,406110,401 mi
201073%1,393109,597 mi
200972%837108,694 mi
200880%905108,470 mi
200775%1,559109,753 mi
200675%1,646117,944 mi
200574%1,750122,626 mi
200475%1,456125,021 mi
200371%1,132133,554 mi
200276%465125,771 mi
200172%391122,762 mi
200072%315124,647 mi
199977%344125,516 mi
199874%242118,976 mi
199764%44134,428 mi

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About the 2018 SUBARU FORESTER

The 2018 SUBARU FORESTER is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 1,617 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 49,495 miles at 6 years old, SUBARU FORESTER owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 SUBARU FORESTER Fuel Costs

The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2018 SUBARU FORESTER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

SUBARU FORESTER Reliability Trend

Newer SUBARU FORESTERs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 SUBARU FORESTER

At 6 years old, the SUBARU FORESTER offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 92%.

Alternatives to the 2018 SUBARU FORESTER

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: