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NM08 SXZ

2008 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,849 mi
Last recorded53,849 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 SXZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 53,849 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 52,633 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 51,901 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 50,845 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 49,794 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 48,756 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 48,715 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 47,711 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 46,198 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 43,547 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

covers fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2017 40,362 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all tyres worn near 2mm on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 40,362 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all tyres worn near 2mm on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 37,540 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,930 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 31,653 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 27,678 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 22,807 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 17,906 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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NM08 SXZ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NM08 SXZ, 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 NM08 SXZ registered?

NM08 SXZ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is NM08 SXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM08 SXZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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