Subaru Pickup MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 42 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 54.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Subaru Pickup MOT Reliability Overview
The Subaru Pickup is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 42 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 45.2% and a failure rate of 54.8%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Subaru Pickup earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Subaru Pickup presents for MOT with approximately 82,489 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Subaru Pickup is Suspension, affecting 133.3% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Body, Structure and General Items at 52.4%. Brakes rounds out the top three at 50.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 145.2% | 61 |
| 2 | Brakes | 66.7% | 28 |
| 3 | Body, Structure And General Items | 61.9% | 26 |
| 4 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 31.0% | 13 |
| 5 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 28.6% | 12 |
| 6 | Driver's View Of The Road | 11.9% | 5 |
| 7 | Tyres | 9.5% | 4 |
| 8 | Steering | 7.1% | 3 |
| 9 | Registration Plates And Vin | 7.1% | 3 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 4.8% | 2 |
| 11 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 4.8% | 2 |
| 12 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.4% | 1 |
| 13 | Towbars | 2.4% | 1 |
| 14 | Non-component Advisories | 2.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 82,489 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 17.61 | 145.2% | 61 |
| Brakes | 8.08 | 66.7% | 28 |
| Body & Structure | 8.08 | 66.7% | 28 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.76 | 31.0% | 13 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 3.46 | 28.6% | 12 |
| Visibility | 1.44 | 11.9% | 5 |
| Tyres | 1.15 | 9.5% | 4 |
| Steering | 0.87 | 7.1% | 3 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.87 | 7.1% | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 0.58 | 4.8% | 2 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.29 | 2.4% | 1 |
| Towbars | 0.29 | 2.4% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.29 | 2.4% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Subaru Pickup has 82,489 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Subaru Pickup has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 6.64% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Subaru Pickup MOT Data
The Subaru Pickup is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 42 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 45.2% and a failure rate of 54.8%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Subaru Pickup owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and body, structure and general items for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Pickup is likely to perform.
Suspension — 133.3% of failures
Suspension issues account for 133.3% of MOT failures on the Subaru Pickup. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Body, Structure and General Items — 52.4% of failures
Body, Structure and General Items issues account for 52.4% of MOT failures on the Subaru Pickup. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.
Brakes — 50.0% of failures
Brakes issues account for 50.0% of MOT failures on the Subaru Pickup. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Pickup?
Based on 42 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Subaru Pickup has an overall pass rate of 45.2% (54.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Subaru Pickup?
The top 3 reasons a Subaru Pickup fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (133.3%), 2. Body, Structure and General Items (52.4%), 3. Brakes (50.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Subaru Pickup reliable?
With a 54.8% MOT failure rate, the Pickup is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Subaru Pickup?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (133.3%); Body, Structure and General Items (52.4%); Brakes (50.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.