Subaru Impreza (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 128 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1600cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Petrol1600cc6 years old128 tests76k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1600cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/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. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Subaru brand average of 83%.

91% of MOT tests on Subaru Imprezas from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 128 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 75,896 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models1661st of 2,554(bottom half)

Rank among Subaru models43rd of 184(top 24%)

vs average of all models+9%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average-1%(92% avg)

vs Subaru average+8%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

75,896

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Subaru Impreza had 75,896 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is well above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2016 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 92%, while the 1994 model has the lowest at 81%. The 2020 scores 91%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

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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Volkswagen Golf

2019 · 1498cc Petrol

£1,853/year

92%

+1%

Vauxhall Corsa

2018 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,003/year

85%

-6%

Nissan Qashqai

2018 · 1200cc Petrol

£1,780/year

87%

-4%

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2018 · 1499cc Petrol

£1,853/year

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About the 2020 Subaru Impreza

The 2020 Subaru Impreza is a small family car. Our records list a 1600cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 128 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 75,896 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Subaru Impreza owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2020 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 2020 Subaru Impreza?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% 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 2020 Subaru Impreza

At 6 years old, the Subaru Impreza offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2016 model has the highest pass rate at 92%.

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 6 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.

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 2020 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(2020)	91%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same
Vauxhall Corsa(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2018)	87%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£73
Ford Kuga(2018)	90%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same

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 2020 Subaru Impreza

Is the 2020 Subaru Impreza reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 91% of MOT tests on 2020 Subaru Imprezas ended in a pass, from 128 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Subaru Impreza cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 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 2020 Subaru Impreza?

91% of 128 MOT tests on the 2020 Subaru Impreza ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1661st of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (bottom half).

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 2020 Subaru Impreza?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Subaru Impreza is 75,896 miles, which is well above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.