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2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,001 mi
Last recorded105,001 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA57 CSV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 105,001 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 102,063 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 94,427 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 86,486 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 81,154 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 76,135 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2015 76,135 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 66,212 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2014 66,212 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 57,233 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 57,233 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 47,739 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 47,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 29,741 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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SA57 CSV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SA57 CSV, 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 SA57 CSV registered?

SA57 CSV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SA57 CSV safe to buy?

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