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GK08 XKV

2008 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

41,239 mi
Last recorded41,239 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XKV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 41,239 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 40,703 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 40,359 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 40,351 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 39,303 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 38,738 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear suspension corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2021 38,157 miles

rear suspension surface rust

Pass 24 Mar 2020 37,647 miles

underside generally corroded

wipers smeary

Pass 2 Apr 2019 35,880 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 35,273 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 34,991 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 34,656 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 26,668 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 25,836 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 24,207 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 24,207 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 21,675 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 19,615 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 19,615 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GK08 XKV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GK08 XKV, 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 GK08 XKV registered?

GK08 XKV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is GK08 XKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 XKV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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