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N693 VLJ

2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,512 mi
Last recorded119,512 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti116,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN693 VLJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx Sti
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 119,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 107,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 93,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 22 Sep 2010 93,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 82,531 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 82,527 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 71,348 miles

offside front tyre tread worn on inner edge

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti?

Based on 1,791 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
2,574
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 54
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48
fog lamp not working 48
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 40
Steering rack gaiter split 38
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N693 VLJ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 116,755 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N693 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N693 VLJ registered?

N693 VLJ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is N693 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N693 VLJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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