Subaru Impreza GX AWD (2001)
2001 Subaru Impreza GX AWD
CarHunch analysed 154 real MOT records for the 2001 Subaru Impreza GX AWD. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Subaru Impreza GX AWD has a 61.1% first-time MOT pass rate, well below the UK average of 80%, meaning nearly four in ten will fail their test. Dangerous defects aren't unusually common at 16.9%, but the average car still racks up 2.81 failures per test, suggesting persistent mechanical issues rather than one-off problems.
At 87,000 miles median mileage, these cars have typical wear for their age, yet they're averaging 12.4 advisories each — a high count that hints at ageing components and catching-up maintenance costs. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and drivetrain; these Imprezas' rally heritage means hard use is common, and the failure data suggests previous owners have often skipped preventive work.
What to check before buying a 2001 Subaru Impreza GX AWD
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.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (94%) | 145 | 61.6% | 2.9 |
| Other (5%) | 8 | 50.8% | 1.25 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Subaru Impreza GX AWD 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 2001 Subaru Impreza GX AWD vehicles fall between 69,734 and 96,666 miles.
2001 Subaru Impreza GX AWD — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2022 (19% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2022.
MOT History Averages
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