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SK08 XJA

2008 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

69,513 mi
Last recorded69,513 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 XJA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 69,513 miles

under body covered with under seal

Pass 24 Jul 2024 66,321 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 66,321 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 62,613 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 57,419 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2022 57,414 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 53,308 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 49,707 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 45,318 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 42,617 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 38,801 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 35,662 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 31,610 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 26,836 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 22,733 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 17,904 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 13,434 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 XJA is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XJA, 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 XJA registered?

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

Is SK08 XJA safe to buy?

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