Subaru Justy
From 1,193 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, 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 and brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 128 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.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 128 |
| 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 | 74 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 37 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 36 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated | 25 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 25 |
| headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective | 22 |
| a suspension component excessively damaged or corroded | 21 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 21 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 21 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 29.3% of Justy failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 45.4% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £171.
Subaru Justy on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 81 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 81. At this rate, roughly 13.4 years until none remain. Now at 8.2% of its peak (12,998 in 1998 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 535 | 537 | +0 | -20 | -20 |
| 2025 Q2 | 547 | 545 | +0 | -17 | -17 |
| 2025 Q1 | 568 | 541 | +0 | -18 | -18 |
| 2024 Q4 | 582 | 545 | +0 | -26 | -26 |
| 2024 Q3 | 597 | 556 | +0 | -25 | -25 |
| 2024 Q2 | 614 | 564 | +0 | -14 | -14 |
| 2024 Q1 | 625 | 567 | +0 | -21 | -21 |
| 2023 Q4 | 644 | 569 | +1 | -4 | -3 |
2 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Justy R | Petrol | 401 | 86% |
| Justy Twin Cam | Petrol | 65 | 14% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 70.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2008 | 74.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
Typical mileage
Half of all Justys tested had between 52,431 and 84,439 miles on the clock.
At 67,738 median miles, the Justy has 0.043 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 Justy MOT pass rate?
The Subaru Justy has a 71.2% MOT pass rate based on 1,193 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Subaru Justy?
The most common MOT failure on the Subaru Justy is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 128 failures. Other common issues include 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.
How many Subaru Justys are on UK roads?
There are 535 Subaru Justys currently licensed on UK roads, with 537 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Subaru Justy at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Subaru Justy is 67,738 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 52,431 and 84,439 miles.
Buying a used Justy?
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.
With a 71.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £171 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 29.3% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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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.