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SL08 KMZ

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,974 mi
Last recorded74,974 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 74,974 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 74,408 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 72,431 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 72,431 miles

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

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

Fail 17 May 2024 72,397 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper excessively weakened by corrosion (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch at the front has a hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes before joiner corded and thinned (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all four inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side of vehicle corroded all over (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 71,670 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 71,601 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 64,136 miles

vehicle underneath corroded slightly

Pass 23 Dec 2019 62,880 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 61,420 miles

blow at exhaust centre hanger

Pass 11 Dec 2017 60,029 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 57,302 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 51,287 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 47,761 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 43,951 miles

slight play in all shock absorbers

Fail 12 Dec 2013 43,951 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight play in all shock absorbers

Pass 14 Dec 2012 64,647 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight corrosion on all brake discs

slight play in both rear shock absorbers

Fail 14 Dec 2012 38,118 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight corrosion on all brake discs

slight play in both rear shock absorbers

Pass 26 Mar 2012 34,361 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2011 28,966 miles

Offside rear and both front discs pited slightly

Sill covers fitted

Fail 21 Mar 2011 28,960 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside rear and both front discs pited slightly

Sill covers fitted

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 KMZ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SL08 KMZ, 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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SL08 KMZ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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