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HG02 GVK

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

115,396 mi
Last recorded115,396 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 GVK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 115,396 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 115,396 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 111,274 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 107,304 miles

N/s/f tyre worn close to limits

N/s/r tyre 3mm

Oil leak from engine area

Plastic covers preventing full examination of structure

Some scoring and wear to front brake discs (worn close to service limits)

Fail 22 Oct 2010 107,303 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

N/s/f tyre worn close to limits

N/s/r tyre 3mm

Oil leak from engine area

Plastic covers preventing full examination of structure

Some scoring and wear to front brake discs (worn close to service limits)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 99,804 miles

Some wear and scoring to front brake discs

Sports suspension fitted

Fail 21 Oct 2009 99,802 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Some wear and scoring to front brake discs

Sports suspension fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2008 77,428 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 77,428 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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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HG02 GVK is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 HG02 GVK, 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 HG02 GVK registered?

HG02 GVK is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is HG02 GVK safe to buy?

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