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RB08 MDB

2008 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,525 mi
Last recorded53,525 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRB08 MDB
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2022 53,525 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 53,461 miles

Front shocker bodies rusty

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust system corroaded

Pass 8 Jun 2019 53,091 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust system surface corrosion

Pass 2 Jun 2018 52,747 miles

light corrosion on exhaust system

Pass 10 Jun 2017 52,480 miles

Nearside Front shocker light corrosion

Offside Front shocker light corrosion

exhaust system surface corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2016 51,825 miles

light corrosion on exhaust system

Fail 11 Jun 2016 51,825 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

light corrosion on exhaust system

Pass 16 May 2015 50,980 miles

light corrosion on centre exhaust

Pass 31 May 2014 50,269 miles

surface corrosion on exhaust system

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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RB08 MDB is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 RB08 MDB, 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 RB08 MDB registered?

RB08 MDB is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is RB08 MDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RB08 MDB shows 9 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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