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SK08 XEX

2008 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,012 mi
Last recorded121,012 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 XEX
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 121,012 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 117,711 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 110,527 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 103,232 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 95,040 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 85,966 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 79,290 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 72,790 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush splitting (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Jan 2016 72,790 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush splitting (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 62,087 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 51,059 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 51,053 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 40,332 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 31,098 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 22,424 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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SK08 XEX is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 1,994cc 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 SK08 XEX, 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 SK08 XEX registered?

SK08 XEX is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SK08 XEX safe to buy?

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