Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 177 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

78%

Total Tests

177

Model Years

2011 to 2013

Years Covered

About the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel

The Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel was MOT tested 177 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (2011 to 2013), with an average pass rate of 78%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list diesel versions.

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

Fuel (Diesel, 1998cc)

£1,397

Road Tax

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,077

Per month£173/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2013 details

How reliable is the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel?

vs average of all models-4% (82% avg)

vs Subaru brand average-5% (83% avg)

Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2013	86%	49	104,669 mi
2012	77%	90	117,058 mi
2011	71%	38	119,845 mi

Questions about the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel

Is the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (2011 to 2013), the Subaru Forester XC Boxer Diesel averages a 78% MOT pass rate, from 177 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 4 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.