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2016 Subaru BRZ 2.0L Petrol · TGZ 1894

TGZ 1894

2016 Subaru BRZ (2.0L, petrol). First registered 27 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 38,562 miles. MOT valid until 13 May 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.

Make & Model
SUBARU BRZ
Year / Origin
2016
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
38,562 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1998cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle remains roadworthy as of its most recent MOT on 2026-05-15, with no defects recorded at 38,562 miles. The maintenance trend is stable, showing consistent passing results across all five recorded tests over the past three years, with no recurring or escalating mechanical issues flagged by the tester. This indicates the owner has maintained the car to a standard that meets UK roadworthiness requirements, with no structural or safety-critical failures noted in any test. Mileage progression shows a steady, low annual average of approximately 3,856 miles per year, which is unusually low for a 10-year-old vehicle. The gap between the 2024-12-16 test (32,295 miles) and the 2025-12-15 test (38,264 miles) represents just 5,969 miles over 12 months, suggesting minimal usage or possible periods of inactivity. The 2026-05-15 test at 38,562 miles confirms the car has not been driven heavily in recent months, which may preserve mechanical components but could also indicate potential issues with fluid degradation or electrical system health if the car has sat idle for extended periods. A buyer should inspect the suspension components closely, particularly the bushes and coil springs, as low mileage often correlates with less wear but also less opportunity for the system to self-correct minor binding or alignment issues. Brake systems should be checked for binding calipers or uneven pad wear, especially since the 2023-05-16 test noted no defects but the car has accumulated 6,143 miles since then. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and underbody, should be examined for corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles can still suffer from moisture retention in damp climates. Tyre tread and wiper blade condition should also be verified, as these are common wear items that may have been neglected despite the car’s overall clean MOT history.
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TGZ 1894 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
  • 38,562 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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TGZ 1894 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Oct 2026, 13:34
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Subaru Brz (TGZ 1894) between May 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

TGZ 1894 Mileage History

  1. 16/05/202326,419 mi
  2. 06/05/202429,579 mi+3,160 mi
  3. 16/12/202432,295 mi+2,716 mi
  4. 15/12/202538,264 mi+5,969 mi
  5. 15/05/202638,562 mi+298 mi

Average of roughly 4,050 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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