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

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73.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-12.4%

vs Subaru Avg

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Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Subaru Sumo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Subaru Sumo has an average MOT pass rate of 73.3%, which is 12.4 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 Sumo on the road.

Before buying a used Subaru Sumo, 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 Sumo performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 15 vehicles

73.3%Average
Subaru average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

53k mi

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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 Sumo

Subaru Sumo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Subaru Sumo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Subaru Sumo?
The average MOT pass rate for the Subaru Sumo is 73.3% 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 Sumo?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Subaru Sumo reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 73.3%, the Subaru Sumo is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Subaru Sumo?
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 Sumo?
Typical mileage for the Subaru Sumo: 52,544 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Sumo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Subaru Sumo's MOT History

Enter the registration number for the full MOT history — free and instant.

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