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SJ08 NBF

2008 Subaru Impreza

Gold Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

104,832 mi
Last recorded104,832 miles
Recorded on24 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 NBF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2026 104,832 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 96,880 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 89,549 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 85,022 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 79,866 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 79,692 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 70,940 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 65,600 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 60,112 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 15,554 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 10,895 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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SJ08 NBF is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SJ08 NBF, 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 SJ08 NBF registered?

SJ08 NBF is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is SJ08 NBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 NBF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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