Subaru Tribeca B9 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 98 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 24.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Subaru Tribeca B9 MOT Reliability Overview
The Subaru Tribeca B9 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 98 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.5% and a failure rate of 24.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Subaru Tribeca B9 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Subaru Tribeca B9 presents for MOT with approximately 75,989 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2006 models achieve the highest pass rate at 80.6%, while 2007 models have the lowest at 71.2%. This 9.4 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Subaru Tribeca B9 is Tyres, affecting 15.3% of all tests. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. The second most common issue is Suspension at 9.2%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 9.2%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 15.3% | 15 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 14.3% | 14 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.2% | 9 |
| 4 | Suspension | 9.2% | 9 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 5.1% | 5 |
| 6 | Non-component Advisories | 4.1% | 4 |
| 7 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 3.1% | 3 |
| 8 | Visibility | 3.1% | 3 |
| 9 | Steering | 1.0% | 1 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.0% | 1 |
| 11 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 1.0% | 1 |
| 12 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 75,989 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 2.01 | 15.3% | 15 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.88 | 14.3% | 14 |
| Brakes | 1.21 | 9.2% | 9 |
| Suspension | 1.21 | 9.2% | 9 |
| Visibility | 1.07 | 8.2% | 8 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.54 | 4.1% | 4 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.40 | 3.1% | 3 |
| Steering | 0.13 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Body & Structure | 0.13 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.13 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.13 | 1.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Subaru Tribeca B9 has 75,989 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Subaru Tribeca B9 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.22% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Subaru Tribeca B9 MOT Data
The Subaru Tribeca B9 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 98 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.5% and a failure rate of 24.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Subaru Tribeca B9 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on tyres and suspension for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Tribeca B9 is likely to perform.
Tyres — 15.3% of failures
Tyres issues account for 15.3% of MOT failures on the Subaru Tribeca B9. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Suspension — 9.2% of failures
Suspension issues account for 9.2% of MOT failures on the Subaru Tribeca B9. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 9.2% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 9.2% of MOT failures on the Subaru Tribeca B9. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Tribeca B9?
Based on 98 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Subaru Tribeca B9 has an overall pass rate of 75.5% (24.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Subaru Tribeca B9?
The top 3 reasons a Subaru Tribeca B9 fails its MOT are: 1. Tyres (15.3%), 2. Suspension (9.2%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (9.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Subaru Tribeca B9 reliable?
With a 24.5% MOT failure rate, the Tribeca B9 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Subaru Tribeca B9?
Based on failure data, focus on: Tyres (15.3%); Suspension (9.2%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (9.2%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.