Subaru Samber MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 78 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 29.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Subaru Samber MOT Reliability Overview
The Subaru Samber is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 78 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.5% and a failure rate of 29.5%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Subaru Samber earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Subaru Samber presents for MOT with approximately 88,853 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Subaru Samber is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 37.2% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment at 16.7%. Suspension rounds out the top three at 10.3%. 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 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 59.0% | 46 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.3% | 8 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.3% | 8 |
| 4 | Steering | 9.0% | 7 |
| 5 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 7.7% | 6 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.4% | 5 |
| 7 | Non-component Advisories | 3.8% | 3 |
| 8 | Driver's View Of The Road | 3.8% | 3 |
| 9 | Visibility | 3.8% | 3 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.6% | 2 |
| 11 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.6% | 2 |
| 12 | Items Not Tested | 1.3% | 1 |
| 13 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.3% | 1 |
| 14 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 88,853 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 6.64 | 59.0% | 46 |
| Brakes | 1.15 | 10.3% | 8 |
| Suspension | 1.15 | 10.3% | 8 |
| Steering | 1.01 | 9.0% | 7 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.87 | 7.7% | 6 |
| Visibility | 0.86 | 7.6% | 6 |
| Tyres | 0.72 | 6.4% | 5 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.43 | 3.8% | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 0.29 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.29 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.14 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.14 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Body & Structure | 0.14 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Subaru Samber has 88,853 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 Samber has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.32% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Subaru Samber MOT Data
The Subaru Samber is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 78 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.5% and a failure rate of 29.5%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Subaru Samber owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 Samber is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 37.2% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 37.2% of MOT failures on the Subaru Samber. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 16.7% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 16.7% of MOT failures on the Subaru Samber. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 10.3% of failures
Suspension issues account for 10.3% of MOT failures on the Subaru Samber. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Samber?
Based on 78 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Subaru Samber has an overall pass rate of 70.5% (29.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Subaru Samber?
The top 3 reasons a Subaru Samber fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (37.2%), 2. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (16.7%), 3. Suspension (10.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Subaru Samber reliable?
With a 29.5% MOT failure rate, the Samber is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Subaru Samber?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (37.2%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (16.7%); Suspension (10.3%). 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.