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N388 CVN

2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,269 mi
Last recorded125,269 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx109,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN388 CVN
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 125,269 miles

Front Coolant leak ()

under-body corrosion

Pass 7 Mar 2017 124,372 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 121,713 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 123,968 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 121,150 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 117,029 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 112,183 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 112,138 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 106,100 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 98,207 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 98,207 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 8 Aug 2009 98,110 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 89,867 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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N388 CVN is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N388 CVN, 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 N388 CVN registered?

N388 CVN is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is N388 CVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N388 CVN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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