Subaru Impreza (2016)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 325 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,928

£161/month

MOT Pass Rate

92%

Excellent

Road Tax

£275

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1600cc Petrol

Great Choice

92% pass rate, £1,928/year to run. 10 points above average.

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Petrol1600cc10 years old325 tests62k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1600cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,928

Per month£161/mo

Per week£37/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

92% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Subaru brand average of 83%.

92% of MOT tests on Subaru Imprezas from 2016 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 8 years old. That's based on 325 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 62,451 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2016 models133rd of 539(top 25%)

Rank among Subaru models35th of 184(top 20%)

vs average of all models+10%(82% avg)

vs 2016 models average+7%(85% avg)

vs Subaru average+9%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

62,451

Average miles

59,200

Expected for age

The average 2016 Subaru Impreza had 62,451 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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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. Our records list a 1600cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 325 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 25% of all 2016 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 62,451 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, 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 £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2016 Subaru Impreza?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,928 (£161/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £275 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 pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 4 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2016 Subaru Impreza

At 10 years old, the Subaru Impreza is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 10 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2016 Subaru Impreza stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Subaru Impreza(2016)	92%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£1,928
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£225
Ford Focus(2014)	80%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,078+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£148
Volkswagen Polo(2015)	82%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,750-£178

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2016 Subaru Impreza

Is the 2016 Subaru Impreza reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 92% of MOT tests on 2016 Subaru Imprezas ended in a pass, from 325 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2016 Subaru Impreza cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,928 a year (£161 a month): £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2016 Subaru Impreza?

92% of 325 MOT tests on the 2016 Subaru Impreza ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 133rd of 539 models first registered in 2016 (top 25%).

Which year Subaru Impreza has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2016 Subaru Impreza has the highest MOT pass rate at 92% and the 1994 the lowest at 81%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2016 Subaru Impreza?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2016 Subaru Impreza is 62,451 miles, which is in line with the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.