SUBARU IMPREZA (2016)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 325 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
325
Avg Mileage
62,451 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,527
Is the 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SUBARU brand average of 83%.
At 8 years old, 92% of SUBARU IMPREZAs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 325 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 62,451 miles.
How does the 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA has 62,451 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
SUBARU IMPREZA by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 72% | 82 | 74,592 mi |
| 2020 | 91% | 128 | 75,896 mi |
| 2019 | 90% | 343 | 53,725 mi |
| 2018 | 91% | 329 | 44,855 mi |
| 2017 | 91% | 210 | 60,514 mi |
| 2016 | 92% | 325 | 62,451 mi |
| 2015 | 88% | 346 | 66,732 mi |
| 2014 | 84% | 234 | 65,423 mi |
| 2013 | 90% | 134 | 77,231 mi |
| 2012 | 88% | 154 | 64,127 mi |
| 2011 | 84% | 417 | 77,422 mi |
| 2010 | 85% | 1,591 | 88,108 mi |
| 2009 | 83% | 1,498 | 88,078 mi |
| 2008 | 81% | 1,984 | 95,457 mi |
| 2007 | 81% | 3,447 | 94,086 mi |
| 2006 | 82% | 3,346 | 99,363 mi |
| 2005 | 82% | 4,111 | 104,834 mi |
| 2004 | 84% | 3,460 | 104,585 mi |
| 2003 | 82% | 3,280 | 108,355 mi |
| 2002 | 84% | 1,991 | 109,552 mi |
| 2001 | 82% | 1,688 | 113,881 mi |
| 2000 | 83% | 1,600 | 107,364 mi |
| 1999 | 83% | 2,069 | 110,144 mi |
| 1998 | 84% | 1,185 | 107,969 mi |
| 1997 | 83% | 731 | 102,415 mi |
| 1996 | 85% | 347 | 111,892 mi |
| 1995 | 87% | 209 | 102,719 mi |
| 1994 | 81% | 124 | 113,726 mi |
| 1993 | 86% | 36 | 92,697 mi |
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About the 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA
The 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA is a small family car with a 1600cc petrol engine. 325 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2016, the average MOT pass rate is 85%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 62,451 miles at 8 years old, SUBARU IMPREZA owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2016 SUBARU IMPREZA Fuel Costs
The 1600cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,527 (£127/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
SUBARU IMPREZA Reliability Trend
Newer SUBARU IMPREZAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA
At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage.
Alternatives to the 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA
The SUBARU IMPREZA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2015) 78% pass rate (-14%) from 160,438 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2014) 80% pass rate (-12%) from 131,119 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-6%) from 100,176 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2015) 82% pass rate (-10%) from 94,129 tests