Subaru Forester xc boxer diesel
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 3 years from 177 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
78%
Total Tests
177
Best Year
2013 (86%)
Years Covered
3
About the Subaru Forester xc boxer diesel
The Subaru Forester xc boxer diesel has been tested 177 times in 2026 MOT data across 3 model years (2011 to 2013), with an average pass rate of 78%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 2013 model is the most reliable with a 86% pass rate from 49 tests. The 2011 model has the lowest at 71%. The 15 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2011) averages 119,845 miles, while the newest (2013) averages 104,669 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Subaru brand average of 83%, the Forester xc boxer diesel is 5 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Subaru models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Subaru Forester xc boxer diesel by Year
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