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Subaru Impreza Wrx MOT Check

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

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82.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.2%

vs Subaru Avg

2

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Subaru Impreza Wrx — MOT Reliability Overview

The Subaru Impreza Wrx has an average MOT pass rate of 82.5%, which is 3.2 percentage points below the Subaru brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Impreza Wrx is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Subaru Impreza Wrx, 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 Impreza Wrx performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 44 vehicles

86.4%Excellent
Subaru average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

8.3%

0

Based on 112 vehicles

78.6%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

105k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

2.3%

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 Impreza Wrx

Subaru Impreza Wrx — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Subaru Impreza Wrx MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Impreza Wrx?
The average MOT pass rate for the Subaru Impreza Wrx is 82.5% 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 Impreza Wrx?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Subaru Impreza Wrx reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 82.5%, the Subaru Impreza Wrx 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 Impreza Wrx?
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 Impreza Wrx?
Typical mileage for the Subaru Impreza Wrx: 105,104 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Impreza Wrx to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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