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

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78.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.8%

vs Subaru Avg

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Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Subaru Samba — MOT Reliability Overview

The Subaru Samba has an average MOT pass rate of 78.9%, which is 6.8 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 Samba on the road.

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

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Based on 19 vehicles

78.9%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

63k mi

Other Subaru Models

Compare MOT reliability across Subaru models.

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94.1% pass rate

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98.1% pass rate

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92.4% pass rate

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94.5% pass rate

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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 Samba

Subaru Samba — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Subaru Samba MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Samba?
The average MOT pass rate for the Subaru Samba is 78.9% 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 Samba?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Subaru Samba reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 78.9%, the Subaru Samba 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 Samba?
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 Samba?
Typical mileage for the Subaru Samba: 63,309 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Samba to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Subaru Samba's MOT History

Enter the registration number for the full MOT history — free and instant.

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