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FN08 RCX

2008 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

92,115 mi
Last recorded92,115 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 RCX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 92,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 92,115 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 89,895 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2023 89,889 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 87,356 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 83,810 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 80,542 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 77,240 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 72,504 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 68,463 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 63,124 miles

o/s wiper blade

Pass 27 Aug 2015 57,188 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 50,793 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 41,579 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 30,650 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

both front tyres low tread on inner edges

Pass 29 Mar 2012 30,650 miles

both front tyres low tread on inner edges

Pass 11 Mar 2011 15,120 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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FN08 RCX is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 FN08 RCX, 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 FN08 RCX registered?

FN08 RCX is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FN08 RCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN08 RCX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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