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BP57 ZYV

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

129,948 mi
Last recorded129,948 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 ZYV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 129,948 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 118,854 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 113,554 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 102,456 miles

moderate corrosion to centre/rear exhaust joint

Fail 19 Jun 2017 102,452 miles

rear brake excessively fluctuating ALSO SEVERELY PITTED (3.7.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2016 77,737 miles

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2015 59,696 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front reg plate damaged

n/s/f tyre cracked and perished

n/s/r tyre cracked and perished

o/s/f tyre cracked and perished,inner edge worn

Fail 12 Jun 2015 59,696 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front reg plate damaged

n/s/f tyre cracked and perished

n/s/r tyre cracked and perished

o/s/f tyre cracked and perished,inner edge worn

Pass 2 Jul 2014 65,631 miles

front bumper damaged but no sharp edges

o/s/f tyre cracking but not deep enough to reach cords

slight brake squel

Pass 2 Jul 2013 39,974 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 38,161 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 34,508 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 32,605 miles

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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BP57 ZYV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BP57 ZYV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BP57 ZYV registered?

BP57 ZYV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 24 January 2008.

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