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DU08 YYG

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,087 mi
Last recorded82,087 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 YYG
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 82,087 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 77,964 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 74,826 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 74,825 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 71,710 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 66,275 miles

Engine light is illuminated

Fail 3 Mar 2016 66,244 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine light is illuminated

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 62,567 miles

Plastic guards prevent a full inspection of sills

Pass 25 Mar 2014 59,055 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 52,454 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 52,419 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 44,149 miles

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 34,222 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 34,222 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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DU08 YYG is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DU08 YYG, 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 DU08 YYG registered?

DU08 YYG is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DU08 YYG safe to buy?

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