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G16 BYD

2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,002 mi
Last recorded24,002 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx109,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 BYD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 24,002 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 123,995 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 123,784 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 123,338 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 122,222 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 122,222 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2012 103,828 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 103,772 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 100,731 miles

front discs poor condition

Pass 5 Feb 2010 96,343 miles

n/s/r tyre getting low

Fail 30 Jan 2010 96,299 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

n/s/r tyre getting low

Pass 12 Feb 2009 90,478 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2009 90,478 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 83,666 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx?

Based on 9,096 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
4,551
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 377
fog lamp not working 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 283
Steering rack gaiter split 271
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G16 BYD is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 109,256 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 Wrx fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G16 BYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 18 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G16 BYD registered?

G16 BYD is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 15 February 2008.

Is G16 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G16 BYD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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