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SUBARU IMPREZA (2020)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 128 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,587

£132/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1600cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £1587/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

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200
Total per year£1,587
Per month£132/mo
Per week£31/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SUBARU brand average of 83%.

At 6 years old, 91% of SUBARU IMPREZAs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 128 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 75,896 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars1690th of 2,596(top 65%)
Rank among SUBARU models45th of 193(top 23%)
vs national average+9%(82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average-1%(92% avg)
vs SUBARU average+8%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

75,896

Average miles

vs

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 SUBARU IMPREZA has 75,896 miles on the clock, which is well above the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-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?

The most reliable year is the 2016 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 72%. The 2020 sits between the two at 91%.

SUBARU IMPREZA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202172%8274,592 mi
202091%12875,896 mi
201990%34353,725 mi
201891%32944,855 mi
201791%21060,514 mi
201692%32562,451 mi
201588%34666,732 mi
201484%23465,423 mi
201390%13477,231 mi
201288%15464,127 mi
201184%41777,422 mi
201085%1,59188,108 mi
200983%1,49888,078 mi
200881%1,98495,457 mi
200781%3,44794,086 mi
200682%3,34699,363 mi
200582%4,111104,834 mi
200484%3,460104,585 mi
200382%3,280108,355 mi
200284%1,991109,552 mi
200182%1,688113,881 mi
200083%1,600107,364 mi
199983%2,069110,144 mi
199884%1,185107,969 mi
199783%731102,415 mi
199685%347111,892 mi
199587%209102,719 mi
199481%124113,726 mi
199386%3692,697 mi

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About the 2020 SUBARU IMPREZA

The 2020 SUBARU IMPREZA is a small family car with a 1600cc petrol engine. 128 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 75,896 miles at 6 years old, 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 £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 SUBARU IMPREZA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,587 132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 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 show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 3 percentage points.

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

Based on the 2020 SUBARU IMPREZA's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
SUBARU IMPREZA(2020)91%£1137£195Grp 12-25£1587
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£5
VAUXHALL CORSA(2018)85%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732+£145
NISSAN QASHQAI(2018)87%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£37
FORD KUGA(2018)90%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£5

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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