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H8 VNY

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,838 mi
Last recorded117,838 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 VNY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 117,838 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 116,128 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 115,246 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 113,127 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 110,513 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 107,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 103,059 miles

Both rear tyres have shallow cuts in tyre walls

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 97,210 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 94,111 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 94,111 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive cat has been removed 0.5-0.6 (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 86,924 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 77,830 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 64,123 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 52,706 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 52,705 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 50,315 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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H8 VNY is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 H8 VNY, 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 H8 VNY registered?

H8 VNY is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is H8 VNY safe to buy?

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