Subaru Impreza
MOT data from 30,810 tests in 2024. Pass rate: 84.3%. Average mileage at test: 99,595 miles.
Common failure reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 1,355 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 709 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 697 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 693 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 608 |
| emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | 539 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 512 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 355 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 353 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 352 |
Pass rate by fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 30,533 | 84.4% |
| Diesel | 242 | 79.8% |
By registration year
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 110 | 80% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, emissions levels exceed default limits, exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | |||
| 1995 | 187 | 88.8% | |
| Top failures: the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, light source and lamp not compatible | |||
| 1996 | 325 | 85.2% | |
| Top failures: emissions levels exceed default limits, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | |||
| 1997 | 672 | 84.5% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, emissions levels exceed default limits | |||
| 1998 | 1,013 | 86.3% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, emissions levels exceed default limits, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | |||
| 1999 | 1,884 | 84.3% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, emissions levels exceed default limits, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | |||
| 2000 | 1,470 | 85.1% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, emissions levels exceed default limits, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | |||
| 2001 | 1,496 | 83.4% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | |||
| 2002 | 1,806 | 85% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, emissions levels exceed default limits | |||
| 2003 | 2,876 | 83.4% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | |||
| 2004 | 3,084 | 85.3% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, emissions levels exceed default limits | |||
| 2005 | 3,628 | 83.9% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | |||
| 2006 | 2,922 | 83.6% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, emissions levels exceed default limits, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | |||
| 2007 | 2,997 | 82% | |
| Top failures: the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, emissions levels exceed default limits, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | |||
| 2008 | 1,541 | 82.4% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, emissions levels exceed default limits, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | |||
| 2009 | 1,228 | 82.8% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | |||
| 2010 | 1,239 | 84.2% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, emissions levels exceed default limits | |||
| 2011 | 358 | 84.9% | |
| Top failures: emissions levels exceed default limits, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre seriously damaged | |||
| 2012 | 140 | 87.9% | |
| Top failures: a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a wheel bearing excessively rough, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | |||
| 2013 | 127 | 89.8% | |
| Top failures: 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, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | |||
| 2014 | 174 | 86.8% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | |||
| 2015 | 268 | 89.6% | |
| Top failures: a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged | |||
| 2016 | 278 | 91% | |
| Top failures: a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, wiper blade defective | |||
| 2017 | 185 | 90.3% | |
| Top failures: a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | |||
| 2018 | 298 | 92.6% | |
| Top failures: a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | |||
| 2019 | 261 | 92% | |
| Top failures: a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | |||
| 2020 | 118 | 91.5% | |
| Top failures: a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, emissions levels exceed default limits, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | |||
Mileage at test
25th percentile
93,890 mi
Median
128,263 mi
75th percentile
147,454 mi
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