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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Subaru E 12. Check any E 12 by registration number below.

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79.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.3%

vs Subaru Avg

2

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Subaru E 12 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Subaru E 12 has an average MOT pass rate of 79.3%, which is 6.3 percentage points below the Subaru brand average of 85.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your E 12 on the road.

Before buying a used Subaru E 12, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Subaru E 12 performs at MOT across different model years.

1997

Based on 68 vehicles

80.9%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%

1996

Based on 63 vehicles

77.8%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%

Other Subaru Models

Compare MOT reliability across Subaru models.

Subaru Impreza

91.7% pass rate

Subaru Forester 2.0d-l Cvt

94.1% pass rate

Subaru Xv ( G4 )

98.1% pass rate

Subaru Outback 2.0d (bm/br)

92.4% pass rate

Subaru WRX

94.5% pass rate

Subaru Impreza Gl

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Subaru E 12

Subaru E 12 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Subaru E 12 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru E 12?
The average MOT pass rate for the Subaru E 12 is 79.3% compared to the Subaru average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Subaru E 12?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Subaru E 12 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 79.3%, the Subaru E 12 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Subaru E 12?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Subaru E 12?
Mileage data for the Subaru E 12 is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

Check Your Subaru E 12's MOT History

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