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SG08 AWD

2008 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,150 mi
Last recorded78,150 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 AWD
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 78,150 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 77,968 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 73,890 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 70,151 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 70,151 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 65,025 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2018 58,885 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 46,865 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 46,865 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 5 May 2016 40,378 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 31,615 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 23,228 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 19,198 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 15,136 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 10,992 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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SG08 AWD is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SG08 AWD, 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 SG08 AWD registered?

SG08 AWD is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is SG08 AWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG08 AWD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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