Subaru Justy Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Subaru Justy car check
Is the Subaru Justy reliable? We analysed 47,648 real MOT tests across 5,599 vehicles to find out.
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The Subaru Justy is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, brake pipe excessively corroded and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Subaru Justy.
Subaru Justy Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Subaru Justy. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Subaru Justy MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Subaru Justy to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Subaru Justy Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Subaru Justy fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Subaru Justy Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Subaru Justy owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Subaru Justy MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Subaru Justy year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 919 | 78.0% | 28,162 | 42,730 | 62,212 |
| 2009 | 5,081 | 79.0% | 27,851 | 47,138 | 70,320 |
| 2008 | 5,978 | 78.8% | 29,155 | 49,024 | 71,378 |
| 2007 | 1,234 | 77.8% | 30,044 | 51,412 | 73,913 |
| 2002 | 50 | 76.0% | 35,500 | 50,623 | 65,948 |
| 2001 | 1,745 | 70.9% | 29,604 | 46,709 | 66,710 |
| 2000 | 3,508 | 68.5% | 33,980 | 52,721 | 71,245 |
| 1999 | 3,583 | 68.4% | 36,788 | 54,796 | 71,605 |
| 1998 | 5,327 | 68.7% | 40,542 | 57,922 | 74,835 |
| 1997 | 5,648 | 68.1% | 38,540 | 57,990 | 76,322 |
| 1996 | 4,463 | 68.9% | 39,144 | 56,562 | 75,770 |
| 1995 | 1,924 | 64.3% | 43,537 | 60,408 | 77,315 |
| 1994 | 1,975 | 62.9% | 37,520 | 61,234 | 78,877 |
| 1993 | 1,594 | 64.2% | 38,503 | 59,562 | 77,198 |
| 1992 | 1,370 | 63.2% | 40,660 | 60,322 | 78,412 |
| 1991 | 1,124 | 65.2% | 37,353 | 56,574 | 74,666 |
| 1990 | 843 | 65.5% | 39,322 | 56,497 | 79,995 |
| 1989 | 482 | 66.4% | 35,340 | 49,383 | 77,397 |
| 1988 | 418 | 59.6% | 35,379 | 55,067 | 78,891 |
| 1987 | 199 | 65.8% | 38,912 | 50,131 | 75,355 |
How Long Does a Subaru Justy Last?
Based on 5,599 Subaru Justy vehicles on UK roads.
Subaru Justy Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Subaru Justy MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Subaru Justy
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.0% MOT pass rate from 5,081 tests
59.6% MOT pass rate from 418 tests
The best year to buy a used Subaru Justy is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.0% across 5,081 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 59.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Subaru Justy Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Justy THIS CAR | 70.5% | 47,648 | 54,598 mi | 38 yrs |
| Subaru Impreza | 75.7% | 915,729 | 83,083 mi | 33 yrs |
| Subaru Forester | 76.1% | 456,470 | 85,220 mi | 29 yrs |
| Subaru Legacy | 72.5% | 349,986 | 96,000 mi | 35 yrs |
| Honda NT650V | 85% | 55,724 | 27,561 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Subaru Impreza (75.7% pass rate) and the Subaru Forester (76.1% pass rate), the Subaru Justy trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Subaru JustyShould you buy a used Subaru Justy?
The Subaru Justy has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.5% across 47,648 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Subaru Justy are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (4,448 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (2,850), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (2,604). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Subaru Justy owner drives around 3,647 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Subaru Justy models stay on UK roads for around 38 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.