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OU08 XYD

2008 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,284 mi
Last recorded135,284 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 XYD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 135,284 miles

Hand brake travel long

Under trays fitted

Fail 4 Nov 2021 135,235 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Hand brake travel long

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2020 124,224 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 115,686 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 115,624 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 110,899 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d rubber (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d rubber (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres low on inner and outer edges

Fail 23 Feb 2018 110,899 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d rubber (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d rubber (2.4.G.2)

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

both front tyres low on inner and outer edges

Pass 4 Mar 2017 102,761 miles

Front Upper suspension mounts starting to perish

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 92,615 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 82,200 miles

both rear tyres devoid of tread on inner edges

power steerin g fluid on minimmum, resivoir is damp

Pass 7 Mar 2014 71,934 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 63,670 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 48,710 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 36,045 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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OU08 XYD is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OU08 XYD, 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 OU08 XYD registered?

OU08 XYD is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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