Subaru Unclassified
From 566 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits. The top issue, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, caused 18 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 18 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 15 |
| emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | 12 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 11 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 10 |
| 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 | 8 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 8 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 7 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 7 |
| emissions test unable to be completed | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 17.6% of Unclassified failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £90.
Typical mileage
Half of all Unclassifieds tested had between 64,590 and 108,072 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 89,625 median miles, the Unclassified has 0.017 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 Unclassified MOT pass rate?
The Subaru Unclassified has a 84.6% MOT pass rate based on 566 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Subaru Unclassified?
The most common MOT failure on the Subaru Unclassified is the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Subaru Unclassified at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Subaru Unclassified is 89,625 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 64,590 and 108,072 miles.
Buying a used Unclassified?
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 84.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £90 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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