What year Subaru 700 Highroof 2wd is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1987 Subaru 700 Highroof 2wd has the highest pass rate at 65.0%, out of 292 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Subaru 700 Highroof 2wd MOT failures?

The most common Subaru 700 Highroof 2wd MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Subaru 700 Highroof 2wd — Reliability by Year

976 vehicles · MOT data 1985–1988 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Subaru 700 Highroof 2wd was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

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Best pass rate year

1987

65.0% pass rate · 292 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1988

54.5% pass rate · 191 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1988	54.5%	50,931 mi	191
1987	65.0%	74,203 mi	292
1986	—	—	331
1985	—	—	162

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