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SK08 XHO

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,257 mi
Last recorded79,257 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 XHO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 79,257 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 72,609 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 66,219 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front inner (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear trailing arm bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 61,888 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 58,817 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 58,746 miles

Driver's airbag missing (5.4.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Fail 18 Feb 2014 53,356 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 53,356 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 49,205 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 41,773 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 32,359 miles

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

nearside and offside front brake discs in poor condition

Fail 8 Apr 2011 32,354 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

nearside and offside front brake discs in poor condition

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 XHO is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SK08 XHO, 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 SK08 XHO registered?

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

Is SK08 XHO safe to buy?

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