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L388 ORS

2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

131,177 mi
Last recorded131,177 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx109,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL388 ORS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 131,177 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 130,018 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 129,210 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 129,195 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle race/rally prepped at time of test

Pass 21 Jul 2022 128,363 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 127,158 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 127,110 miles

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

Vehicle is rally/race prepared at time of test

Pass 13 Sep 2018 126,352 miles

Vehicle is rally/race prepared at time of test

Pass 21 Jul 2017 125,491 miles

Vehicle is rally/race prepared at time of test

Pass 4 Aug 2016 124,790 miles

Modified ign switch, 5 point belts, roll cage etc etc.

This car has been race/rally prepared at the time of test.

Pass 17 Jul 2015 124,068 miles

this car has been rece/rally prepared at the time of the test. roll cage fitted, uprated suspension, seats with 5 point seatbelt fitted , no rear seats.fuel shut of and modified ignition switch.etc etc

Pass 14 Jul 2014 123,255 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 122,474 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

car has been prepaired for race or rally use

no rerar seats fitted.

Pass 30 Jul 2012 121,379 miles

5 point harness type seat belts fitted.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

fitted with uprated suspension.

no rear seats fitted.at this time

prepared ofr rally use

Pass 29 Jul 2011 120,517 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 120,137 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 117,702 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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L388 ORS is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L388 ORS, 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.

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What year was L388 ORS registered?

L388 ORS is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 1 January 2008.

Is L388 ORS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L388 ORS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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