2017 Subaru BRZ 2.0L Petrol · H11 NUH

The 2017 Subaru BRZ presents a stable and improving mechanical picture at its most recent MOT, conducted on 26 June 2025 at 74,722 miles. That test passed with zero defects, a clean sheet that contrasts directly with the advisory recorded two years prior. The trend is clearly resolving. The only notable fault in the entire five-year history occurred in the 11 July 2023 test at 58,144 miles, where the tester flagged worn, pitted or scored rear brake discs. Crucially, the tester noted the discs were not seriously weakened, and the subsequent two annual tests have recorded no further brake-related advisories. This indicates the rear brake discs were likely replaced or machined shortly after the 2023 advisory, and the braking system has since remained in good order. The mileage accumulation is consistent and predictable. Between the 2017 registration and the June 2025 test, the car has covered 74,722 miles, averaging roughly 8,302 miles per year. The annual intervals show steady use: 50,355 miles in March 2022, 58,144 miles in July 2023, 66,452 miles in July 2024, and 74,722 miles in June 2025. The gap between March 2022 and July 2023 spans sixteen months rather than the usual twelve, suggesting a period of lighter use or possible storage, but the car has been driven consistently since. No mileage anomalies or suspicious jumps appear in the record. A prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection, focusing on the rear braking system given the 2023 advisory history. The rear brake discs and pads should be measured for thickness and checked for scoring or lipping, and the rear calipers should be tested for binding or sluggish piston return. Beyond the brakes, the suspension deserves attention at this mileage. Front and rear coil springs, dampers, anti-roll bar links, and suspension bushes should be inspected for leaks, cracking, or play. The Subaru BRZ is a driver's car often used enthusiastically, so checking the chassis underside for corrosion, accident damage, or structural rust around suspension mounting points is advisable. Tyre condition and alignment should also be assessed, as uneven wear can indicate past suspension or tracking issues not captured in the MOT record.