Subaru Mv Pickup Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Subaru Mv Pickup reliable? We analysed 8,799 real MOT tests across 1,258 vehicles to find out.
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The Subaru Mv Pickup is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Subaru Mv Pickup.
Subaru Mv Pickup Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Subaru Mv Pickup. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Subaru Mv Pickup MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Subaru Mv Pickup to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Subaru Mv Pickup Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Subaru Mv Pickup fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Subaru Mv Pickup Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Subaru Mv Pickup owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Subaru Mv Pickup MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Subaru Mv Pickup year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 1,942 | 64.0% | 57,984 | 77,300 | 101,682 |
| 1993 | 1,635 | 64.5% | 64,151 | 84,717 | 106,727 |
| 1992 | 1,504 | 64.5% | 57,407 | 78,023 | 103,684 |
| 1991 | 1,277 | 63.7% | 62,434 | 89,803 | 110,810 |
| 1990 | 841 | 66.6% | 49,610 | 77,599 | 103,556 |
| 1989 | 518 | 65.1% | 64,156 | 81,067 | 109,706 |
| 1988 | 577 | 64.6% | 47,779 | 68,387 | 96,363 |
| 1987 | 193 | 60.6% | 65,168 | 87,379 | 98,665 |
| 1986 | 166 | 60.8% | 54,960 | 74,934 | 108,846 |
How Long Does a Subaru Mv Pickup Last?
Based on 1,258 Subaru Mv Pickup vehicles on UK roads.
Subaru Mv Pickup Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Subaru Mv Pickup 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 Mv Pickup
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.6% MOT pass rate from 841 tests
60.6% MOT pass rate from 193 tests
The best year to buy a used Subaru Mv Pickup is 1990, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.6% across 841 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Subaru Mv Pickup Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Mv Pickup THIS CAR | 64.4% | 8,799 | 80,136 mi | 40 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 |
| Vauxhall Corsa Life | 78.3% | 2,836 | 71,841 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Subaru Impreza (75.7% pass rate) and the Subaru Forester (76.1% pass rate), the Subaru Mv Pickup trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Subaru Mv PickupShould you buy a used Subaru Mv Pickup?
The Subaru Mv Pickup has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.4% across 8,799 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Subaru Mv Pickup are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1,745 recorded failures), exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (507), and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (489). 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 Mv Pickup owner drives around 1,609 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 Mv Pickup models stay on UK roads for around 40 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.