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RV08 UWK

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,739 mi
Last recorded99,739 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 UWK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2025 99,739 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front main (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 99,026 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 96,189 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 94,875 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH ! Side have movement in them (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH ! 'D' Bushes have movement in them (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 92,716 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 88,614 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 82,810 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH ! Front Tyres bald on BOTH ! Inner edges & 3.5mm over 3/4 of the tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 77,826 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 71,824 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 67,712 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 62,320 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 54,264 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 46,345 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 38,394 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 28,145 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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RV08 UWK is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RV08 UWK, 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 RV08 UWK registered?

RV08 UWK is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is RV08 UWK safe to buy?

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