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SG08 PTO

2008 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,133 mi
Last recorded98,133 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 PTO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 98,133 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 97,480 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 92,734 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 87,541 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 83,247 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 75,454 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 75,454 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 71,344 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 71,344 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 68,582 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 66,743 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 57,344 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 48,188 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 43,093 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jan 2013 43,093 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 36,689 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 29,795 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake pads low both sides

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 PTO is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 PTO, 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 SG08 PTO registered?

SG08 PTO is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SG08 PTO safe to buy?

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