Subaru Brz
From 1,071 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 20 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 20 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 15 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 13 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 11 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 10 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 8 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 6 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 5 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 38.4% of failures are serious: 38.4% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £63.
Subaru Brz on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 13 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 13.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 843 | 48 | +0 | -0 | +12 |
| 2025 Q2 | 835 | 44 | +0 | -8 | -8 |
| 2025 Q1 | 840 | 47 | +0 | -3 | -3 |
| 2024 Q4 | 842 | 48 | +0 | -2 | -2 |
| 2024 Q3 | 857 | 35 | +0 | -0 | +0 |
| 2024 Q2 | 850 | 42 | +0 | -0 | +7 |
| 2024 Q1 | 845 | 40 | +0 | -2 | -2 |
| 2023 Q4 | 840 | 47 | +0 | -9 | -9 |
4 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brz I Se Lux | Petrol | 348 | 46% |
| Brz Se Lux | Petrol | 197 | 26% |
| Brz I Se | Petrol | 115 | 15% |
| Brz Se Lux Auto | Petrol | 96 | 13% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 92.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative |
| 2017 | 86.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, emissions levels exceed default limits |
| 2016 | 88.6% | a tyre seriously damaged, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer |
| 2015 | 88.4% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
2 earlier years
| 2014 | 87.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2013 | 85.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Brzs tested had between 31,526 and 70,967 miles on the clock.
At 48,839 median miles, the Brz has 0.024 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Subaru models
| Subaru Impreza | 80.4% |
| Subaru Forester | 75.4% |
| Subaru Outback | 80.5% |
| Subaru Xv | 83.9% |
| Subaru Legacy | 71.2% |
Common questions
What is the Subaru Brz MOT pass rate?
The Subaru Brz has a 88.4% MOT pass rate based on 1,071 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Subaru Brz?
The most common MOT failure on the Subaru Brz is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 20 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
How many Subaru Brzs are on UK roads?
There are 843 Subaru Brzs currently licensed on UK roads, with 48 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Subaru Brz at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Subaru Brz is 48,839 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 31,526 and 70,967 miles.
Buying a used Brz?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.