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DK08 SVX

2008 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

112,179 mi
Last recorded112,179 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 SVX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 112,179 miles

heavily undersealed

sill covers

Pass 30 Aug 2022 105,230 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

slight underside corrosion

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 103,479 miles

under body covers fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2021 103,479 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body covers fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2020 100,440 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 100,436 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 99,685 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 97,209 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 89,941 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 81,769 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 72,432 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 66,661 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 58,106 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 50,229 miles

N/S rear tyre has a cut in the tread

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 38,883 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 27,562 miles

corrosion and wear on brake discs

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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DK08 SVX is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DK08 SVX, 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 DK08 SVX registered?

DK08 SVX is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DK08 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 SVX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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