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R891 XBT

2008 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR891 XBT
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle modified for motorsport but meets MOT requirements

Pass 11 Nov 2023

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2021

Vehicle modified for motorsport

Pass 4 Apr 2018 2,840 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 2,840 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 2,586 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 2,586 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 1,984 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 1,984 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 1,984 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jan 2013

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013
Pass 26 Oct 2010 62,314 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 52,065 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

rear seats missing due to a roll cage

Pass 7 Jun 2008 55,510 miles

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

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

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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R891 XBT is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R891 XBT, 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 R891 XBT registered?

R891 XBT is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 October 2008.

Is R891 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R891 XBT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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