SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO (2012)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 39 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
69%
Total Tests (2024)
39
Avg Mileage
84,670 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SUBARU brand average of 83%.
At 12 years old, 69% of SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTOs from 2012 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 39 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 84,670 miles.
How does the 2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO has 84,670 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 88,800 miles for a 12-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO
The 2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO is a family car with a 1995cc petrol engine. 39 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 96% of 2012 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 84,670 miles at 12 years old, SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO Fuel Costs
The 1995cc 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 2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO
At 12 years old, the SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 39 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2012 SUBARU FORESTER XS AUTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2013) 78% pass rate (+9%) from 132,292 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2013) 72% pass rate (+3%) from 84,989 tests
- MERCEDES C (2012) 79% pass rate (+10%) from 59,235 tests
- MINI MINI (2010) 80% pass rate (+11%) from 59,218 tests