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FA57 JAP

2008 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

128,930 mi
Last recorded128,930 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA57 JAP
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 128,930 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 128,617 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 125,575 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 125,575 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 118,641 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 111,236 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 96,312 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 94,318 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 93,112 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 91,655 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 86,748 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 71,892 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 63,242 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 55,261 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 43,301 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 32,055 miles

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

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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FA57 JAP is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 FA57 JAP, 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 FA57 JAP registered?

FA57 JAP is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is FA57 JAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA57 JAP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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