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BN08 FAO

2008 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

86,445 mi
Last recorded86,445 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 FAO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 86,445 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension elements surface corrosion

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

front & rear shock absorber cover with corrosion

Fail 9 Jun 2026 86,445 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension elements surface corrosion

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front & rear shock absorber cover with corrosion

Pass 7 Jan 2025 86,360 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Front & Rear Shock absorbers corroded (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension elements surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 84,094 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 82,103 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 80,007 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 77,292 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 73,664 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 71,576 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 68,462 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 66,817 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 58,671 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 52,629 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 43,229 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 36,490 miles

Antiskid light staying on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cruise light flashing

engine management light staying on

Pass 4 Feb 2011 30,063 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza?

Based on 915,729 MOT tests across 72,693 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
4,996
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
72,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,062
Registration plate lamp not working 19,494
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,247
position lamp(s) not working 16,099
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15,281
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BN08 FAO is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 69,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN08 FAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 18 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BN08 FAO registered?

BN08 FAO is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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