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P271 UGW

2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,960 mi
Last recorded24,960 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx109,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 UGW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza Wrx
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 24,960 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 24,482 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 24,183 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 23,859 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 23,583 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 22,870 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 21,935 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 19,747 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 15,461 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 13,922 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 10,323 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 6,102 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 2,385 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 94,619 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 88,836 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 88,836 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 120,612 miles

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

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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P271 UGW is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P271 UGW, 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 P271 UGW registered?

P271 UGW is a 2008 Subaru Impreza Wrx, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is P271 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P271 UGW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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