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LT08 CGV

2008 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 CGV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2020
Fail 3 Oct 2019 77,869 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 70,795 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 70,713 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits after market performance cat fitted (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 68,899 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 65,670 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 60,222 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 54,848 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 49,759 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 47,297 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front and Rear discs and pads worn and low

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 40,847 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 33,287 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 25,461 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damged

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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LT08 CGV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 LT08 CGV, 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 LT08 CGV registered?

LT08 CGV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is LT08 CGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 CGV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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