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DV08 BYG

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,123 mi
Last recorded108,123 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 BYG
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 108,123 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 108,014 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 99,892 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 96,399 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 93,850 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2022 93,833 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 88,747 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 75,842 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 66,172 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 63,950 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 59,310 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 55,118 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 50,638 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 47,176 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 41,853 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 41,853 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 32,615 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

slight damage to outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre

slight wear to both front brake discs

Pass 7 Apr 2011 24,606 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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DV08 BYG is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DV08 BYG, 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 DV08 BYG registered?

DV08 BYG is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is DV08 BYG safe to buy?

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