2015 Subaru Levorg — MOT failures & pass rate
903 MOT tests on the 2015 Subaru Levorg are in this dataset, and 87.8% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 16.5% of the time, so this is 4.3pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, tyres and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (5.3%) and tyres (4.9%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, brake pads and wipers — pins and bushes alone was recorded 52 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 5.3% in the 0-30k band and 18.0% in the 90-120k band, a 12.8-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 21.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 7.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 13.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 5.3% | 48 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.9% | 44 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.3% | 21 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 17 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.8% | 16 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 52 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 17 |
| 3 | Wipers | 15 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 14 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 9 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 8 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 21.1% | 191 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.2% | 146 |
| 3 | Brakes | 16.2% | 146 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.0% | 36 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.8% | 25 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.4% | 13 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 114 | 5.3% |
| 30-60k | 394 | 10.7% |
| 60-90k | 274 | 15.0% |
| 90-120k | 111 | 18.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 171 | 7.0% |
| 2022 | 191 | 14.1% |
| 2023 | 177 | 11.9% |
| 2024 | 181 | 14.4% |
| 2025 | 183 | 13.1% |
What to check before buying a 2015 Levorg
On a 2015 Levorg, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (5.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (4.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (2.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2015 Subaru Levorgs pass their MOT?
87.8% of the 903 2015 Subaru Levorg MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2015 Subaru Levorg?
Suspension, recorded in 5.3% of tests, followed by tyres (4.9%).
Does the 2015 Levorg get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.3% in the 0-30k band to 18.0% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 903 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.