SUBARU IMPREZA MOT pass rate
82.1% of 30,757 SUBARU IMPREZA MOT tests pass.
The IMPREZA has a pass rate of 82.1%, a little higher than the average across all SUBARU models (80.9%).
The SUBARU IMPREZA has a pass rate of 82.1%, a little higher than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 88.1% at 3–6 years to 81.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (29) | 29 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 88.1% | 670 | 56,251 miles |
| 6–10 years | 89.7% | 1,027 | 61,452 miles |
| 10–15 years | 82.6% | 2,757 | 83,454 miles |
| 15+ years | 81.6% | 26,274 | 102,895 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the SUBARU IMPREZA
The most common reason the SUBARU IMPREZA fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 58.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 58.7% | Not working |
| Suspension | 57.3% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 46.7% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Brakes | 26.8% | Excessively corroded |
| Body, chassis, structure | 22.3% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Visibility | 12.5% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 11.6% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 6.0% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 4.5% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.6% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related SUBARU models
- SUBARU FORESTER — 75.6% pass rate
- SUBARU OUTBACK — 81.2% pass rate
- SUBARU XV — 85.1% pass rate
- SUBARU LEGACY — 71.2% pass rate
- SUBARU WRX — 93.1% pass rate
- SUBARU FORESTER I XE PRM EBXR — 95.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the SUBARU IMPREZA?
- 82.1% of SUBARU IMPREZA MOT tests pass, based on 30,757 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the SUBARU IMPREZA?
- The most common reason the SUBARU IMPREZA fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 58.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the SUBARU IMPREZA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the SUBARU service history guide for how to check and keep one.