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DX08 RFK

2008 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,380 mi
Last recorded65,380 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 RFK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 65,380 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum level

Nsr rim has slight damage

Fail 6 Dec 2017 65,380 miles

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

Brake fluid close to minimum level

Nsr rim has slight damage

Pass 12 Aug 2016 51,166 miles

Nsr tyre wall cracking

Pass 17 Jul 2015 38,904 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 30,472 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Aug 2014 30,472 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2013 23,122 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 18,905 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 13,846 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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DX08 RFK is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DX08 RFK, 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 DX08 RFK registered?

DX08 RFK is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is DX08 RFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 RFK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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