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SL08 VHJ

2008 Subaru Justy

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,586 mi
Last recorded101,586 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Justy49,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 VHJ
MakeSubaru
ModelJusty
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 101,586 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 99,916 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 93,384 miles

Rear Trailing arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 19 Mar 2017 93,157 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 5 rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Trailing arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2016 85,696 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 20% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 76,584 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 67,586 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 55,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 44,946 miles

Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 44,946 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 33,186 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Justy?

Based on 47,648 MOT tests across 5,599 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,647
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
5,599
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,850
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,604
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,745
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,523
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SL08 VHJ is a 2008 Subaru Justy in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Justy models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 49,024 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Justy fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL08 VHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Justy typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Subaru Justy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL08 VHJ registered?

SL08 VHJ is a 2008 Subaru Justy, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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