Subaru Brz (2014)
2014 Subaru Brz
CarHunch analysed 134 real MOT records for the 2014 Subaru Brz. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Subaru BRZ is a solid performer on the MOT bench, with a 90% first-time pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%. However, one in five of these cars (21.6%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine concern for buyers and worth investigating on any used example you're considering.
At 45,000 miles on average, these BRZs show typical wear for their age and haven't been thrashed. The low failure rate of under one per vehicle and moderate advisory count of 6.4 suggests most issues are minor wear items rather than structural problems, so focus your pre-purchase inspection on brake condition and suspension components, which tend to flag on this generation.
What to check before buying a 2014 Subaru Brz
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 21.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Subaru Brz
MOT history is one piece of the puzzle. These checks can reveal what CarHunch can't.
CarHunch may earn a small commission if you buy via these links — at no extra cost to you.
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Subaru Brz vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Subaru Brz vehicles fall between 33,305 and 59,749 miles.
2014 Subaru Brz — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 110 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Subaru Brz
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
-
34.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
-
34.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
-
22.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
-
20.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
-
19.8%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
-
15.2%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
-
13.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
-
13.1%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
Found a specific Subaru Brz?
Enter the reg to see its individual MOT history, AI Hunches, and how it compares to this cohort.