Subaru Levorg (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 173 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,236

£186/month

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1995cc Petrol

Solid Option

88% pass rate, £2,236/year to run. 6 points above average.

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Petrol1995cc6 years old173 tests31k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1995cc)

~36 mpg

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,236

Per month£186/mo

Per week£43/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

88% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Subaru brand average of 83%.

88% of MOT tests on Subaru Levorgs from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 173 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 30,936 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models2123rd of 2,554(bottom 17%)

Rank among Subaru models66th of 184(top half)

vs average of all models+6%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average-4%(92% avg)

vs Subaru average+5%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

30,936

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Subaru Levorg had 30,936 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 96%, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 87%. The 2020 scores 88%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Subaru Levorg by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	96%	215	27,410 mi
2020	88%	173	30,936 mi
2019	87%	153	32,891 mi
2017	93%	232	59,315 mi
2016	90%	350	64,378 mi
2015	87%	275	66,944 mi

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About the 2020 Subaru Levorg

The 2020 Subaru Levorg is a family car. Our records list a 1995cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 173 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 17% of 2020 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 30,936 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Subaru Levorg owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 Subaru Levorg Fuel Costs

The 1995cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,631 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 Levorg?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,236 (£186/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Subaru Levorg Reliability Trend

The Subaru Levorg has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2020 Subaru Levorg

At 6 years old, the Subaru Levorg 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 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 96%.

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 Levorg 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 Levorg(2020)	88%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,236
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£383
Ford Kuga(2018)	90%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£383
MINI Cooper(2018)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£383
Nissan Qashqai(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£383

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 Levorg

Is the 2020 Subaru Levorg reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 88% of MOT tests on 2020 Subaru Levorgs ended in a pass, from 173 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Subaru Levorg cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,236 a year (£186 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Subaru Levorg?

88% of 173 MOT tests on the 2020 Subaru Levorg ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2123rd of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (bottom 17%).

Which year Subaru Levorg has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Subaru Levorg has the highest MOT pass rate at 96% and the 2019 the lowest at 87%. 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 Levorg?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Subaru Levorg is 30,936 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.