Mechanical Condition Report

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  • VIN: 4S4BRCLC5E3310751
  • MAKE Subaru
  • MODEL Outback
  • YEAR 2014
  • MILES 140,154

Inspector

  • Laura M
  • 4,079 BlueStar Inspections

Inspection Photos

Industry Awards (9)

  • Best Bet: Wagons/Hatchbacks (Cars.com)
  • Best Bet: SUVs/Crossovers (Cars.com)
  • Best Retained Value: Honorable Mention (Edmunds)
  • Top 10 Family Vehicles (Edmunds)
  • Top Safety Pick+ - Midsize Cars (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)
  • Best Cars for Families (US News)
  • Best Wagons (US News)
  • Best Cars for the Money: Finalist (US News)
  • Best Value in America: Passenger Cars (Vincentric)

Inspection Checklist

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Powertrain

Ignition / Electrical

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

  • Dash / Displays / Entertainment / Navigation / Security & Info Systems
  • Intelligent / Smart Systems
  • Interior lighting / Courtesy Lights
  • Glove Box / Storage Compartment / Cup Holders
  • Interior / Power Accessories
  • Door(s) / Gate / Hood / Hatch / Handles & Latches
  • Hood / Gate / Hatch / Trunk / Deck Lid Support
  • Body / Body Component / Weatherstrip / Moldings
  • Trunk / Rear Compartment
  • Engine Compartment
  • Frame / Undercarriage
  • Environmental Damage

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS

Fluids

Engine Oil

Acceptable Acceptable

Transmission Fluid

Full Acceptable

Power Steering Fluid

Full Acceptable

Coolant

Full Dirty

Brake Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Washer Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Front Differential Fluid

Not Inspected Not Inspected

Rear Differential Fluid

Full Clean

Filters

Engine Air Filter

Acceptable

Cabin Air Filter

Dirty

Battery

Battery

Good

Emissions

Monitor Status

Ready

Tires and Brakes

Driver Front

10/32 inch
Acceptable
6/32 inch
Acceptable

Driver Rear

10/32 inch
Acceptable
2/32 inch
Replace

Passenger Front

9/32 inch
Acceptable
6/32 inch
Acceptable

Passenger Rear

10/32 inch
Acceptable
2/32 inch
Replace

INSPECTOR COMMENTS AND PHOTOS

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  • Safety
  • Emissions
  • Other
  • Additional Info

Safety / Vision

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Wiper blade has torn / damaged rubber.

(Left front, Rear, Rubber streaks)

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Marker light does not function properly.

(Left front inoperative, Right front inoperative)

Reverse light does not function properly.

(Both inoperative)

HVAC / Cooling

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

HVAC system component is damaged / broken.

(Cabin filter locking tabs for access door. )

Wheels / Tires / Brakes

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Front wheel lug nut and/or stud is damaged / missing.

(Lug nut, Right, Missing)

Powertrain

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Motor / transmission mount is visibly torn / broken.

(Engine, Bottom)

Ignition / Electrical

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Battery corrosion present at terminal.

(Positive terminal)

Battery is not secure in tray.

(Hold down hardware appears missing)

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Drive belt has excessive cracking.

(Serpentine)

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Coolant Level / Condition / Protection / PH
Inspector Comments

OEM recommended coolant type is not currently present in cooling system.

(Mixed, Radiator overflow appears contaminated with oil. Advise further diagnosis. )

Other

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Positive vehicle performance characteristics
Inspector Comments

Heater and air conditioning performed well

Inspection Point
Result
 Frequently removed, lost or misplaced item present at the time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Owner's manual

Inspection Point
Result
 Positive test results at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

All OBD2 emissions monitors are ready

Inspection Point
Result
 Informational observations noted at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Vehicle has surpassed manufacturer's recommended service life for spark plugs. Advise maintenance record check. There is no rough running condition present at time of inspection.

Inspection Point
Result
 Additional inspection photos
Inspector Comments

Undercarriage

Inspection Point
Result
 Right front fender liner is being held on by zip ties.
Inspector Comments

 

Comments

Inspection Comments

All safety components of this vehicle were marked "acceptable" at the time of inspection.

At the time of inspection, all on-board diagnostic (OBD) readiness monitors were ready, the check engine light was operational with key on but not illuminated with engine running, and emissions components were marked "acceptable."

Seller Comments

This vehicle has new cabin and engine air filters. We also changed the oil.