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LO08 FVS

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,466 mi
Last recorded117,466 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 FVS
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 117,466 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 109,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 102,797 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 97,497 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 90,591 miles

cracking showing both rear tyres in treaded area

n/s/r tyre close to 2.00mm

Pass 17 Mar 2020 85,181 miles

front brake pads getting low

n/s/f tyre showing approx 2.6mm tread in places

o/s/f bottom arm rear bush starting to split

Pass 19 Mar 2019 78,452 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 69,094 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 58,622 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 58,126 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 52,911 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 48,375 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 43,380 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Jul 2012 36,906 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 27,065 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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LO08 FVS is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LO08 FVS, 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 LO08 FVS registered?

LO08 FVS is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is LO08 FVS safe to buy?

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