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J8 YHU

2004 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

58,435 mi
Last recorded58,435 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Subaru Impreza74,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 YHU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 58,435 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 57,529 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 56,184 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 53,695 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under Body has surface corrosion

Pass 21 May 2019 50,761 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 50,281 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 50,273 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 May 2017 49,587 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 38,826 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 46,391 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 42,870 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 41,221 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 40,022 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 36,996 miles

All brake disc faces corroded and brakes feel hard at pedal. Pass at time of test.

Non standard no. plates fitted.

Fail 7 Feb 2011 36,996 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

All brake disc faces corroded and brakes feel hard at pedal. Pass at time of test.

Non standard no. plates fitted.

Pass 18 Jan 2010 34,388 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 32,229 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 32,229 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 26,064 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 21,305 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Upper Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 21,305 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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J8 YHU is a 2004 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 74,978 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 J8 YHU, 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 22 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 J8 YHU registered?

J8 YHU is a 2004 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is J8 YHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 YHU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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