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BT08 OXL

2008 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,531 mi
Last recorded73,531 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 OXL
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 73,531 miles

Corrosion around rear subframe and surrounding components

Pass 3 Jun 2025 73,292 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arms at rear (upper) corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

Pass 13 Jun 2024 72,422 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear tyres have a 2010 DOT code - winter tyres

Pass 12 Jun 2023 71,780 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 71,043 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 70,118 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 69,490 miles

petrol flap release lever surround loose

Pass 9 May 2019 68,380 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 65,907 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 61,896 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 56,721 miles

Both front tyres are perishing on the side walls

Pass 16 Jun 2015 52,422 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 46,937 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 46,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 39,659 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 32,958 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 28,909 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 28,909 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BT08 OXL is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT08 OXL, 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 BT08 OXL registered?

BT08 OXL is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is BT08 OXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 OXL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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