SUBARU WRX MOT pass rate
93.1% of 3,256 SUBARU WRX MOT tests pass.
The WRX passes its MOT 93.1% of the time — well above the average across all SUBARU models, which sits at 80.9%.
The SUBARU WRX passes its MOT 93.1% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 94.0% at 3–6 years versus 94.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (3) | 3 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 94.0% | 116 | 32,671 miles |
| 6–10 years | 93.5% | 2,356 | 46,754 miles |
| 10–15 years | 91.4% | 651 | 70,741 miles |
| 15+ years | 94.6% | 130 | 93,276 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the SUBARU WRX
The most common reason the SUBARU WRX fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 43.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 43.0% | Not working |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 35.7% | Carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits |
| Tyres | 19.4% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Brakes | 13.1% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Visibility | 9.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Suspension | 8.6% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Body, chassis, structure | 5.1% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.9% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.3% | Not functioning as intended |
| Steering | 1.0% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
Related SUBARU models
- SUBARU IMPREZA — 82.1% pass rate
- 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 FORESTER I XE PRM EBXR — 95.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the SUBARU WRX?
- 93.1% of SUBARU WRX MOT tests pass, based on 3,256 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the SUBARU WRX?
- The most common reason the SUBARU WRX fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 43.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the SUBARU WRX'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.