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SL08 KMK

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

106,364 mi
Last recorded106,364 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 KMK
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 106,364 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 106,359 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 103,211 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 98,120 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 90,570 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 84,909 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 76,235 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 69,694 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 63,113 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 54,598 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 47,083 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 38,486 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 26,202 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 18,464 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 18,464 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 18,077 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 17,709 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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SL08 KMK is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SL08 KMK, 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 SL08 KMK registered?

SL08 KMK is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is SL08 KMK safe to buy?

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