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Subaru WRX MOT pass rate and common problems

91.1% of Subaru WRX models passed the 2024 MOT (based on 1,832 first tests): 89.0% at the first attempt and 2.1% after a fix at the test centre (PRS). About 1 in 10 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 60% less often than normal: MOT Risk Index 39.7 (95% CI 34.8–45.2; 100 = normal).

Subaru WRX at a glance, 2024 MOT
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
MOT pass rate91.1%incl. 2.1% fixed at the test centre20241832
Passed at the first attempt89.0%all first tests20241832
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 34.8–45.2)39.7index100 = normal for its age · rank 67 (tied) of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)20241832
Biggest excess: Noise, emissions and leaks4.6per 1002.1 same-age2019–202410843
Dangerous defects3.7per 10011.2 UK, not age-adjusted2019–202410843
Advisory items54.8per 100127.1 UK, not age-adjusted2019–202410843
strip · Subaru WRX · MOT Risk Index · 39.7 vs 100 = normal · 2024
MOT Risk Index · Subaru WRX. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 67 (tied) of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 44 and 84 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Subaru WRX index position among 761 models
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Rank67of 761published models, 1 = fails least for its age20241832
Best rank within its 95% interval44rankother models held where they are20241832
Worst rank within its 95% interval84rankother models held where they are20241832

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Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index is unchanged in the 24 September 2026 release.

What actually fails on a Subaru WRX MOT, and how often?

Subaru WRX MOTs fail most often on ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 5.2 per 100 tests, against 10.2 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 10,843).

bar · Subaru WRX · Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment · 5.2 vs 10.2 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment5.2per 10010.22019–2024565
Noise, emissions and leaks4.6per 1002.12019–2024499
Visibility3.4per 1006.42019–2024370
Tyres3.3per 1008.22019–2024359
Brakes2.7per 1007.62019–2024289
Suspension1.6per 1009.02019–2024170

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 10,843 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Tyres, brakes and suspension: how does the Subaru WRX compare with cars of the same age?

At every age shown, the Subaru WRX is at or below same-age cars of comparable models on tyres, brakes and suspension; for example suspension at age 3: 0 failures per 100 tests, against 0.6 (2019–2024, n = 813).

bullet · Subaru WRX · Tyres, age 3 · 2.0 vs 4.2 · 2019–2024
Tyres, age 3: 2.0 vs 4.2. Brakes, age 3: 0.1 vs 1.8. Suspension, age 3: 0 vs 0.6. Tyres, age 4: 3.2 vs 4.5. Brakes, age 4: 1.0 vs 2.4. Suspension, age 4: 0.4 vs 1.2. Tyres, age 5: 1.9 vs 5.1. Brakes, age 5: 1.1 vs 3.1. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, age 32.0per 1004.22019–2024813
Brakes, age 30.1per 1001.82019–2024813
Suspension, age 30per 1000.62019–2024813
Tyres, age 43.2per 1004.52019–20241077
Brakes, age 41.0per 1002.42019–20241077
Suspension, age 40.4per 1001.22019–20241077
Tyres, age 51.9per 1005.12019–20241413
Brakes, age 51.1per 1003.12019–20241413
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension, age 50.3per 1002.22019–20241413
Tyres, age 61.5per 1005.52019–20241446
Brakes, age 61.2per 1003.82019–20241446
Suspension, age 60.4per 1003.72019–20241446
Tyres, age 72.1per 1006.02019–20241500
Brakes, age 71.8per 1004.52019–20241500
Suspension, age 70.3per 1005.72019–20241500
Tyres, age 82.5per 1006.32019–20241315
Brakes, age 81.7per 1005.42019–20241315
Suspension, age 80.8per 1007.82019–20241315

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Subaru WRX's advisory become a fail at the next MOT?

Subaru WRX advisories turn into fails less often than on the median model; the one to watch is brakes: advisories on it became a fail at the next MOT 5.0% of the time.

funnel · Subaru WRX · Brakes · 5.0 vs median model · 2019–2024
Advisories on brakes: 5 of 100 became a fail on the same item at the next MOT. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes5.0% next failmedian model2019–2024799
Tyres4.3% next failmedian model2019–20241130

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

My Subaru WRX got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?

Subaru WRX MOTs flag tyres most: 24.7 advisories per 100 tests, against 39.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 10,843).

bar · Subaru WRX · Tyres · 24.7 vs 39.7 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres24.7per 10039.72019–20242679
Brakes15.8per 10034.72019–20241714
Suspension5.9per 10026.22019–2024641
Non-component advisories3.3per 1007.82019–2024357
Body, chassis, structure2.6per 1004.62019–2024279
Noise, emissions and leaks1per 1005.22019–2024109

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 10,843 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What is likely to fail next on a Subaru WRX?

For Subaru WRX models aged 3 to 5 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is visibility: 2.4% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 2,557).

bar · Subaru WRX · Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 492 cars) · 3.3 vs baseline · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 492 cars)3.3% next fail2019–2024492
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 492 cars)2.9% next fail2019–2024492
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 492 cars)1.0% next fail2019–2024492
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 492 cars)1.0% next fail2019–2024492
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass2.4% next fail2019–20242557
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.5% next fail2019–20242557
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.4% next fail2019–20242557
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.1% next fail2019–20242557
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.7% next fail2019–20242557
Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20242557
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20242557
Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20242557
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20242557
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory3.9% next fail2019–2024624
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory2.4% next fail2019–2024624
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory2.2% next fail2019–2024624
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory1.9% next fail2019–2024624
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory1.8% next fail2019–2024624
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 252 cars)4.8% next fail2019–2024252
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 252 cars)3.6% next fail2019–2024252
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 252 cars)2.8% next fail2019–2024252
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass3.4% next fail2019–20242171
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass2.6% next fail2019–20242171
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass2.0% next fail2019–20242171
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass1.6% next fail2019–20242171
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass1.3% next fail2019–20242171
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass1.0% next fail2019–20242171
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.8% next fail2019–20242171
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory4.8% next fail2019–2024621
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory4.5% next fail2019–2024621
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory3.5% next fail2019–2024621
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory2.9% next fail2019–2024621
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory2.4% next fail2019–2024621
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory1.0% next fail2019–2024621
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 327 cars)6.7% next fail2019–2024327
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 327 cars)5.8% next fail2019–2024327
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 327 cars)5.5% next fail2019–2024327
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 327 cars)4.6% next fail2019–2024327
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 327 cars)4.0% next fail2019–2024327
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 327 cars)2.5% next fail2019–2024327
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 327 cars)1.5% next fail2019–2024327
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass5.4% next fail2019–2024705
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass3.8% next fail2019–2024705
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass3.0% next fail2019–2024705
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass2.1% next fail2019–2024705
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass2.1% next fail2019–2024705
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass2.0% next fail2019–2024705
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass1.3% next fail2019–2024705
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 257 cars)7.8% next fail2019–2024257
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 257 cars)7.0% next fail2019–2024257
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 257 cars)5.8% next fail2019–2024257
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 257 cars)3.9% next fail2019–2024257
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 257 cars)2.7% next fail2019–2024257
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 257 cars)1.9% next fail2019–2024257
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 204 cars)13.7% next fail2019–2024204
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 204 cars)9.3% next fail2019–2024204
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 204 cars)5.4% next fail2019–2024204
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 204 cars)4.4% next fail2019–2024204
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 204 cars)3.4% next fail2019–2024204
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 204 cars)2.9% next fail2019–2024204
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 204 cars)2.5% next fail2019–2024204
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 122 cars)9.0% next fail2019–2024122
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 122 cars)4.9% next fail2019–2024122
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 122 cars)4.1% next fail2019–2024122
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 79 cars)10.1% next fail2019–202479
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 79 cars)7.6% next fail2019–202479
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 79 cars)6.3% next fail2019–202479
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 44 cars)11.4% next fail2019–202444

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How often does a Subaru WRX get a dangerous MOT defect?

The Subaru WRX gets a dangerous defect less often than the UK average: 3.7 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 13.8 major and 5.5 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).

bullet · Subaru WRX · Dangerous defects · 3.7 vs 11.2 · 2019–2024
Dangerous defects: 3.7 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Dangerous defects3.7per 10011.22019–202410843

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 10,843 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Subaru WRX still pass its MOT in a few years?

First-time MOT failures for the Subaru WRX go from 3.2% at age 6 (rough estimate: 95 tests, 95% interval 1.1–8.9%) to 20.5% at age 14 (rough estimate: 73 tests, 95% interval 12.9–31.2%), against 40.4% for all cars aged 14 (rough estimate: 73 tests, 95% interval 12.9–31.2%) (2024, n = 1,832).

line · Subaru WRX · Age 6 (rough estimate: 95 tests, 95% interval 1.1–8.9%) · 3.2 vs 17.5 · 2024
Age 6 (rough estim: 3.2. Age 14 (rough esti: 20.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 6 (rough estimate: 95 tests, 95% interval 1.1–8.9%)3.2% failed first time17.5202495
Age 7 (rough estimate: 305 tests, 95% interval 7.5–14.4%)10.5% failed first time20.22024305
Age 8 (rough estimate: 326 tests, 95% interval 5.8–11.8%)8.3% failed first time23.32024326
Age 9 (rough estimate: 275 tests, 95% interval 5.9–12.7%)8.7% failed first time26.52024275
Age 10 (rough estimate: 345 tests, 95% interval 7.4–13.8%)10.1% failed first time30.12024345
Age 11 (rough estimate: 68 tests, 95% interval 11.5–30.0%)19.1% failed first time33.2202468
Age 12 (rough estimate: 123 tests, 95% interval 10.8–23.8%)16.3% failed first time35.72024123
Age 13 (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 12.0–25.0%)17.6% failed first time38.22024131
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 14 (rough estimate: 73 tests, 95% interval 12.9–31.2%)20.5% failed first time40.4202473

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How does the Subaru WRX compare with cars of its own age and size?

At every age shown, Subaru WRX models fail first time no more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 13, where they fail less often: 18.5% against 32.6% (2024, n = 216).

line · Subaru WRX · Age 3 · 5.8 vs 10.8 · 2024
Age 3: 5.8. Age 13: 18.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 35.8% fail10.82024813
Age 47.8% fail12.320241077
Age 57.7% fail14.220241413
Age 67.8% fail16.120241446
Age 79.3% fail18.320241500
Age 810.2% fail20.620241315
Age 911.8% fail23.120241046
Age 1014.4% fail25.62024758
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1119% fail28.22024400
Age 1217.9% fail30.62024335
Age 1318.5% fail32.62024216

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How much does it cost to fix a Subaru WRX MOT fail?

Expected repair cost per Subaru WRX MOT: about £26 (up to about £50 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 1,832).

Computed, not measured.

bar · Subaru WRX · Expected repair bill · 26.4 vs modal price catalogue · price catalogue
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Expected repair bill26.4GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue1832
Estimated range lower26.4GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue1832
Estimated range upper50.1GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue1832
Noise, emissions and leaks: Exhaust rear silencer9.2GBP expected contribution200price catalogue1832
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)7.3GBP expected contribution140price catalogue1832
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)4.0GBP expected contribution150price catalogue1832
Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted)3.0GBP expected contribution90price catalogue1832
Suspension: Suspension coil spring (single corner)2.9GBP expected contribution180price catalogue1832

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Subaru WRX more reliable than similar cars?

Of 8 similar models, 4 fail less often for their age than the Subaru WRX and 4 as often or more. The Subaru WRX has an MOT Risk Index of 39.7, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 1,832).

bar · Subaru WRX · Subaru WRX (this model) · 39.7 vs 100 = normal · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Subaru WRX (this model)39.7index100 = normal20241832
Toyota Supra39.5index39.720242091
Aston Martin DB737.1index39.720241908
Nissan 370Z43.1index39.720241840
Toyota Vellfire40.9index39.720242402
Nissan Skyline36.3index39.720242071
TVR Chimaera42.1index39.720242421
BMW M642.2index39.720241281
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Bentley Arnage35.4index39.720241448

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Subaru WRX normally do?

Subaru WRX: Age 6 median (rough estimate) is 26400 miles (2024).

line · Subaru WRX · Age 6 median (rough estimate) · 26400 vs baseline · 2024
Age 6 median (roug: 26400. Age 14 median (rou: 74512. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 6 median (rough estimate)26400miles202495
Age 6 P25 (rough estimate)15434miles202495
Age 6 P75 (rough estimate)38310miles202495
Age 7 median (rough estimate)32958miles2024305
Age 7 P25 (rough estimate)20342miles2024305
Age 7 P75 (rough estimate)44172miles2024305
Age 8 median (rough estimate)45192miles2024326
Age 8 P25 (rough estimate)32410miles2024326
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 8 P75 (rough estimate)58782miles2024326
Age 9 median (rough estimate)49614miles2024275
Age 9 P25 (rough estimate)36836miles2024275
Age 9 P75 (rough estimate)65263miles2024275
Age 10 median (rough estimate)53161miles2024345
Age 10 P25 (rough estimate)38391miles2024345
Age 10 P75 (rough estimate)66220miles2024345
Age 11 median (rough estimate)63138miles202468
Age 12 median (rough estimate)74853miles2024123
Age 12 P25 (rough estimate)52075miles2024123
Age 12 P75 (rough estimate)90599miles2024123
Age 13 median (rough estimate)79044miles2024131
Age 13 P25 (rough estimate)59185miles2024131
Age 13 P75 (rough estimate)99110miles2024131
Age 14 median (rough estimate)74512miles202473

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does high mileage mean more Subaru WRX MOT failures at the same age?

At ages 6–9, 7.7% of Subaru WRX models with under 40,000 miles failed first time, against 9.5% of those with 70,000 to 100,000 miles (2024, n = 604). No clear mileage gap inside this age group, among cars still being tested.

bar · Subaru WRX · Age 6–9, <40k miles · 7.7 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 6–9, <40k miles7.7% failed first time2024509
Age 6–9, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 383 tests, 95% interval 7.1–13%)9.7% failed first time2024383
Age 6–9, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 95 tests, 95% interval 5.1–17%)9.5% failed first time202495
Age 10–14, <40k miles (rough estimate: 130 tests, 95% interval 3.7–12.6%)6.9% failed first time2024130
Age 10–14, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 318 tests, 95% interval 9.6–17%)12.9% failed first time2024318
Age 10–14, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 203 tests, 95% interval 14.8–25.7%)19.7% failed first time2024203
Age 10–14, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 83 tests, 95% interval 11.3–27.7%)18.1% failed first time202483

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Subaru WRX last?

5.2% of Subaru WRX models tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 0.7% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 566).

line · Subaru WRX · 100,000 miles · 5.2 vs baseline · 2024
100,000 miles: 5.2. 200,000 miles (rou: 0.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
100,000 miles5.2% of tested cars2024566
150,000 miles (rough estimate: 76 tests, 95% interval 0.6–0.9%)0.7% of tested cars202476
200,000 miles (rough estimate: 23 tests, 95% interval 0.1–0.3%)0.2% of tested cars202423

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Subaru WRX driven more or less than average, and does that change the picture?

Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Subaru WRX index is 48.6, against 43.4 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 1,832).

slope · Subaru WRX · Age and mileage adjusted index · 48.6 vs 43.4 · 2019–2024
Age and mileage adjusted index: 43.4 vs 48.6. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age and mileage adjusted index48.6index43.42019–20241832

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Subaru WRX fuel fails its MOT less?

All Subaru WRX models tested were petrol: 11.0% failed first time (2024, n = 1,832).

bar · Subaru WRX · Petrol · 11.0 vs other fuels · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Petrol11.0% fail first timeother fuels20241832

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Subaru WRX engine is best?

No Subaru WRX engine band clearly fails less or more for its age: the capacity bands are within 5 index points of each other or their 95% intervals overlap (2024, n = 1,832).

bar · Subaru WRX · Petrol over 2.0 litre · 98.5 vs 100 = model average · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Petrol over 2.0 litre98.5index vs model norm100 = model average202410416
Petrol 1.8–2.0 litre (rough estimate: 422 tests, 95% interval 101.7–149.0)123.7index vs model norm100 = model average2024422

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Where in Britain does the Subaru WRX fail its MOT most?

Subaru WRX fails first-time MOTs most in Ipswich (IP): 19.1% against 10.5% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 173).

bar · Subaru WRX · Ipswich (IP) (rough estimate: 173 tests, 95% interval 13.9–25.6%) · 19.1 vs 11.0 · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Ipswich (IP) (rough estimate: 173 tests, 95% interval 13.9–25.6%)19.1% fail first time11.02024173
Peterborough (PE) (rough estimate: 261 tests, 95% interval 14.5–23.9%)18.8% fail first time11.02024261
Portsmouth (PO) (rough estimate: 107 tests, 95% interval 10.9–25.0%)16.8% fail first time11.02024107
Doncaster (DN) (rough estimate: 146 tests, 95% interval 1.9–8.7%)4.1% fail first time11.02024146
Llandudno (LL) (rough estimate: 117 tests, 95% interval 2.4–10.7%)5.1% fail first time11.02024117
York (YO) (rough estimate: 138 tests, 95% interval 3.0–11.0%)5.8% fail first time11.02024138
Carlisle (CA) (rough estimate: 150 tests, 95% interval 11.6–23.5%)16.7% fail first time11.02024150
Darlington (DL) (rough estimate: 102 tests, 95% interval 10.7–25.1%)16.7% fail first time11.02024102
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Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Reading (RG) (rough estimate: 178 tests, 95% interval 11.6–22.4%)16.3% fail first time11.02024178
Stoke-on-Trent (ST) (rough estimate: 113 tests, 95% interval 9.6–22.8%)15.0% fail first time11.02024113
Aberdeen (AB) (rough estimate: 306 tests, 95% interval 10.3–18.0%)13.7% fail first time11.02024306
Cambridge (CB) (rough estimate: 129 tests, 95% interval 8.4–20.1%)13.2% fail first time11.02024129
Inverness (IV) (rough estimate: 139 tests, 95% interval 8.4–19.5%)12.9% fail first time11.02024139
Nottingham (NG) (rough estimate: 259 tests, 95% interval 8.6–16.5%)12.0% fail first time11.02024259
Leeds (LS) (rough estimate: 169 tests, 95% interval 7.8–17.6%)11.8% fail first time11.02024169
Torquay (TQ) (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 7.1–18.0%)11.4% fail first time11.02024131
Newcastle (NE) (rough estimate: 203 tests, 95% interval 7.7–16.4%)11.3% fail first time11.02024203
Newport (NP) (rough estimate: 168 tests, 95% interval 7.4–17.0%)11.3% fail first time11.02024168
Motherwell (ML) (rough estimate: 110 tests, 95% interval 6.4–18.1%)10.9% fail first time11.02024110
Tonbridge (TN) (rough estimate: 104 tests, 95% interval 6.0–18.0%)10.6% fail first time11.02024104
Guildford (GU) (rough estimate: 204 tests, 95% interval 6.8–15.2%)10.3% fail first time11.02024204
Falkirk (FK) (rough estimate: 175 tests, 95% interval 6.6–15.7%)10.3% fail first time11.02024175
Birmingham (B) (rough estimate: 242 tests, 95% interval 6.8–14.3%)9.9% fail first time11.02024242
Blackburn (BB) (rough estimate: 142 tests, 95% interval 6.0–15.9%)9.9% fail first time11.02024142
Coventry (CV) (rough estimate: 277 tests, 95% interval 6.5–13.4%)9.4% fail first time11.02024277
Swindon (SN) (rough estimate: 118 tests, 95% interval 5.3–15.9%)9.3% fail first time11.02024118
Cardiff (CF) (rough estimate: 138 tests, 95% interval 5.0–14.6%)8.7% fail first time11.02024138
Kirkcaldy (KY) (rough estimate: 130 tests, 95% interval 4.8–14.5%)8.5% fail first time11.02024130
Hemel Hempstead (HP) (rough estimate: 191 tests, 95% interval 5.2–13.2%)8.4% fail first time11.02024191
Derby (DE) (rough estimate: 185 tests, 95% interval 5.0–12.9%)8.1% fail first time11.02024185
Bradford (BD) (rough estimate: 100 tests, 95% interval 4.1–15.0%)8% fail first time11.02024100
Glasgow (G) (rough estimate: 289 tests, 95% interval 4.8–10.9%)7.3% fail first time11.02024289
Paisley (PA) (rough estimate: 110 tests, 95% interval 3.7–13.7%)7.3% fail first time11.02024110
Northampton (NN) (rough estimate: 168 tests, 95% interval 4.1–12.1%)7.1% fail first time11.02024168
Leicester (LE) (rough estimate: 155 tests, 95% interval 4.0–12.3%)7.1% fail first time11.02024155
Edinburgh (EH) (rough estimate: 223 tests, 95% interval 4.1–10.8%)6.7% fail first time11.02024223
Kilmarnock (KA) (rough estimate: 388 tests, 95% interval 4.6–9.6%)6.7% fail first time11.02024388
Sheffield (S) (rough estimate: 311 tests, 95% interval 4.2–9.7%)6.4% fail first time11.02024311

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is a Subaru WRX ULEZ compliant?

An estimated 97.4% of Subaru WRX models tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).

Computed, not measured.

stacked · Subaru WRX · Likely compliant · 97.4 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Likely compliant97.4% estimate20241832

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What do six years of MOTs show about owning a Subaru WRX?

Of failed Subaru WRX MOTs, 38.8% were retested the same day and a further 57.0% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 1 day (2019–2024, n = 721).

bar · Subaru WRX · Same-day retest · 38.8 vs failed initial tests · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Same-day retest38.8%failed initial tests2019–2024721
Retest within 10 days57%failed initial tests2019–2024721
Clean MOT streak69.2%observed chains2019–20241920
Repeat advisory10.1%observed chains2019–20241920
Decreasing odometer2.4% mileage anomalyobserved chains2019–20242008

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is low mileage better for a Subaru WRX?

Subaru WRX models aged 5 to 13 doing under 5,000 miles a year failed first time in 7.5% of tests, against 14.2% for those doing 8,000 to 12,000 miles (2019–2024, n = 3,109).

bullet · Subaru WRX · Low-use first-time failure · 7.5 vs 14.2 · 2019–2024
Low-use first-time failure: 7.5 vs 14.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Low-use first-time failure7.5%14.22019–20243109
Low-use gap-6.7percentage points8–12k miles2019–20243109

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many years is a Subaru WRX likely to last?

Subaru WRX models aged 10 are forecast to keep taking MOTs for at least 0.5 more years; the survival curve is observed only until age 10, so the true figure is likely higher.

Computed, not measured.

Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.

bar · Subaru WRX · Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 10) · 4.9 vs baseline · survival forecast
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (survival forecast)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 10)4.9years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 8 (at least; observed only until age 10)1.9years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 10 (at least; observed only until age 10)0.5years forecastsurvival forecast0

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Subaru WRX models are still on the road?

In 2024, for every 100 Subaru WRX models tested at ages 4 to 6, about 58 were tested at age 10 (2024, n = 758).

line · Subaru WRX · Age 3 · 62 vs baseline · 2024
Age 3: 62. Age 14 (rough esti: 7.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 362% of age 4–6 baseline2024813
Age 482.1% of age 4–6 baseline20241077
Age 5 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20241413
Age 6 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20241446
Age 7 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20241500
Age 8 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20241315
Age 979.7% of age 4–6 baseline20241046
Age 1057.8% of age 4–6 baseline2024758
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1130.5% of age 4–6 baseline2024400
Age 1225.5% of age 4–6 baseline2024335
Age 1316.5% of age 4–6 baseline2024216
Age 14 (rough estimate: 95 tests, 95% interval 13.2–29.1%)7.2% of age 4–6 baseline202495

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

If a Subaru WRX fails, does it fail again?

18.2% of Subaru WRX models that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 9.2% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 336). The failure most likely to come back is ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 21.2% of those fails recurred at the next MOT.

bullet · Subaru WRX · Repeat after fail · 18.2 vs 9.2 · 2019–2024
Repeat after fail: 18.2 vs 9.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Repeat after fail18.2%9.22019–2024336

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Subaru WRX faults come together?

On Subaru WRX models, ‘body, chassis, structure’ and ‘noise, emissions and leaks’ failures turn up together 14.1 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 36).

Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Body, chassis, structure + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 36 tests, 95% interval 9.9–19.6)14.1liftexpected joint rate202436
Noise, emissions and leaks + Suspension (rough estimate: 32 tests, 95% interval 6.9–14.2)10.1liftexpected joint rate202432
Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 28 tests, 95% interval 5.4–11.7)8.1liftexpected joint rate202428
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension (rough estimate: 34 tests, 95% interval 5.5–11.0)7.9liftexpected joint rate202434
Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 49 tests, 95% interval 5.6–10.1)7.6liftexpected joint rate202449
Brakes + Tyres (rough estimate: 29 tests, 95% interval 4.8–10.4)7.2liftexpected joint rate202429
Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 34 tests, 95% interval 5.0–10.0)7.2liftexpected joint rate202434
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 69 tests, 95% interval 5.0–8.1)6.4liftexpected joint rate202469
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility (rough estimate: 62 tests, 95% interval 4.1–6.8)5.3liftexpected joint rate202462
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres (rough estimate: 45 tests, 95% interval 3.6–6.6)4.9liftexpected joint rate202445
Brakes + Visibility (rough estimate: 25 tests, 95% interval 3.2–7.2)4.9liftexpected joint rate202425
Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres (rough estimate: 26 tests, 95% interval 2.5–5.6)3.9liftexpected joint rate202426
Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility (rough estimate: 32 tests, 95% interval 2.5–5.3)3.7liftexpected joint rate202432
Tyres + Visibility (rough estimate: 24 tests, 95% interval 2.1–4.9)3.3liftexpected joint rate202424
Brakes + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)18tests with both202418
Suspension + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)17tests with both202417
Suspension + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)15tests with both202415
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)14tests with both202414
Identification of the vehicle + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier)13tests with both202413
Body, chassis, structure + Brakes (seen together; too few for a multiplier)13tests with both202413
Body, chassis, structure + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)13tests with both202413
Body, chassis, structure + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)11tests with both202411
Identification of the vehicle + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Body, chassis, structure + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Noise, emissions and leaks + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Identification of the vehicle + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Identification of the vehicle + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245
Road Wheels + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245
Steering + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245
Steering + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Has the Subaru WRX had safety recalls?

DVSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns matched to the Subaru WRX; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.

Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
DVSA recall campaigns matched3campaignsDVSA registerDVSA register1832

Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What does a Subaru WRX cost to run in a fleet?

Of every 100 Subaru WRX models tested at age 7, about 10 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate); at age 10, about 10 (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).

Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 7 (rough estimate: 305 tests, 95% interval 7.5–14.4%)10.5% fail first time2024305
Age 8 (rough estimate: 326 tests, 95% interval 5.8–11.8%)8.3% fail first time2024326
Age 9 (rough estimate: 275 tests, 95% interval 5.9–12.7%)8.7% fail first time2024275
Age 10 (rough estimate: 345 tests, 95% interval 7.4–13.8%)10.1% fail first time2024345
Age 12 (rough estimate: 123 tests, 95% interval 10.8–23.8%)16.3% fail first time2024123
Age 13 (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 12.0–25.0%)17.6% fail first time2024131

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What have dealers been told about the Subaru WRX? (US market)

NHTSA lists 863 US technical service bulletins for the Subaru WRX (US market, Subaru WRX and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only); a count, not a UK failure rate.

bar · Subaru WRX · US service bulletins · 863 vs NHTSA · NHTSA
NHTSA, US market, Subaru WRX and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only; covers 211 of 761 models, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (NHTSA)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
US service bulletins863bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 20133bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 201452bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 201537bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 201671bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 201729bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 201894bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 201987bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
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Further values · NHTSA
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Year 202081bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 202166bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 202268bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 202366bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 202475bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 202594bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832
Year 202640bulletinsNHTSANHTSA1832

Source: NHTSA, US market, Subaru WRX and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What do owners complain about? (US market)

The most common US owner complaint about the Subaru WRX to NHTSA concerns engine (not MOT-tested): 86 complaints (US market, Subaru WRX and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only).

bar · Subaru WRX · Engine (not MOT-tested) · 86 vs baseline · NHTSA + 2024
NHTSA, US market, Subaru WRX and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only; covers 211 of 761 models, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (NHTSA + 2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Engine (not MOT-tested)86complaintsNHTSA + 202486
Lamps & electrical77complaintsNHTSA + 202477
Transmission (not MOT-tested)53complaintsNHTSA + 202453
Steering19complaintsNHTSA + 202419
Visibility19complaintsNHTSA + 202419
Restraints18complaintsNHTSA + 202418

Source: NHTSA, US market, Subaru WRX and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA + 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does the month of a Subaru WRX MOT matter?

Subaru WRX models fail first time most in January (13.0%, against 31.1% for all cars that month) and least in June (7.8%) (2024, n = 1,832).

line · Subaru WRX · January · 13.0 vs 31.1 · 2024
January: 13.0. December: 10.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Subaru WRX: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
January13.0% fail first time31.12024756
February10.2% fail first time30.02024825
March10.8% fail first time28.320241079
April11.7% fail first time29.82024642
May10.5% fail first time28.82024840
June7.8% fail first time28.12024744
July12.9% fail first time29.32024698
August9.7% fail first time29.22024877
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
September9.7% fail first time28.220241245
October10.5% fail first time30.320241190
November10.0% fail first time30.620241092
December10.5% fail first time29.32024855

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Not enough tests for… (and why)

Does the Subaru WRX fail inspections in other countries too?

no match in the other-country inspection register. 1,832 initial Subaru WRX tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models · Window: 2024 by country · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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Real-world MPG against the official figure (manufacturer level)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 1,832 initial Subaru WRX tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 1,832 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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How to cite this page

MOT Risk Index (2026). Subaru WRX MOT statistics 2024 (data release dvsa-2024-v2; full dataset motriskindex-families-2024-v5, DOI 10.5281/zenodo.22975051), updated 24 September 2026. motriskindex.co.uk/cars/subaru-wrx/

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Subaru WRX MOT: quick answers

What is the Subaru WRX first-time MOT pass rate?

89.0% of first attempts passed in 2024 (1,832 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.

Why does this number differ from other sites?

Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 1,832 primary tests: 11.03% failed first time and 91.1% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 39.7 is shown separately.