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FX08 TZB

2008 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,412 mi
Last recorded102,412 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 TZB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 102,412 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 102,412 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2025 96,454 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 96,419 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 95,441 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 3 Nov 2021 91,170 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 91,170 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 83,449 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 83,449 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 80,525 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 79,133 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 76,728 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 73,189 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 72,192 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 72,192 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 58,221 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

emissions= co2 only just went through the emissions test

Pass 13 Dec 2013 45,851 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2012 35,341 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 31,201 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 20,936 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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FX08 TZB is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FX08 TZB, 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 FX08 TZB registered?

FX08 TZB is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is FX08 TZB safe to buy?

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