2019 Subaru Xv I Prem E Boxer Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 318 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Subaru Xv I Prem E Boxer Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 96.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 1.9% | 6 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 5 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.3% | 4 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.6% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 4 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 2 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 2 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 2 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 1 |
| 6 | Washers | 1 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 21.4% | 68 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.9% | 22 |
| 3 | Suspension | 4.7% | 15 |
| 4 | Other defects | 1.9% | 6 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.6% | 2 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 1 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 195 | 1.5% |
| 30-60k | 103 | 6.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 69 | 1.5% |
| 2023 | 81 | 2.5% |
| 2024 | 87 | 2.3% |
| 2025 | 81 | 6.2% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Xv I Prem E Boxer Cvt
Before buying a 2019 Subaru Xv I Prem E Boxer Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 1.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (1.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (1.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Subaru Xv I Prem E Boxer Cvts pass their MOT?
96.9% of the 318 2019 Subaru Xv I Prem E Boxer Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Subaru Xv I Prem E Boxer Cvt?
Tyres, recorded in 1.9% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.6%).
Does the 2019 Xv I Prem E Boxer Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 1.5% in the 0-30k band to 6.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 318 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.