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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Subaru Sambar. Check any Sambar by registration number below.

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76.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.8%

vs Subaru Avg

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Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Subaru Sambar — MOT Reliability Overview

The Subaru Sambar has an average MOT pass rate of 76.9%, which is 8.8 percentage points below the Subaru brand average of 85.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Sambar on the road.

Before buying a used Subaru Sambar, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Subaru Sambar performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 52 vehicles

76.9%Good
Subaru average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

Other Subaru Models

Compare MOT reliability across Subaru models.

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91.7% pass rate

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94.1% pass rate

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98.1% pass rate

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92.4% pass rate

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94.5% pass rate

Subaru Impreza Gl

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Subaru Sambar

Subaru Sambar — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Subaru Sambar MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Sambar?
The average MOT pass rate for the Subaru Sambar is 76.9% compared to the Subaru average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Subaru Sambar?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Subaru Sambar reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 76.9%, the Subaru Sambar is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Subaru Sambar?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Subaru Sambar?
Typical mileage for the Subaru Sambar: 58,814 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Sambar to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Subaru Sambar's MOT History

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