SUBARU JUSTY (1997)

About the 1997 SUBARU JUSTY

The 1997 SUBARU JUSTY is a small family car with a 1295cc petrol engine. 38 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 86% of 1997 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 57,375 miles at 29 years old, SUBARU JUSTY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

1997 SUBARU JUSTY Fuel Costs

The 1295cc 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 1997 SUBARU JUSTY?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,087 (£174/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

SUBARU JUSTY Reliability Trend

The SUBARU JUSTY has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1997 SUBARU JUSTY

At 29 years old, the SUBARU JUSTY 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2008 model has the highest pass rate at 78%. Note: with only 38 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.