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SM08 YEY

2008 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

110,157 mi
Last recorded110,157 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 YEY
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 110,157 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 104,356 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 99,511 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 94,745 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 90,246 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 84,657 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 76,992 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 72,877 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 67,330 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 62,231 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 4 Apr 2017 62,231 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 57,786 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 57,786 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 51,994 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 41,078 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 39,304 miles

Offside rear anti-rol bar D mounting bush starting to deteriorate

Slight leak of exhaust gases

Fail 24 May 2013 39,304 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside rear anti-rol bar D mounting bush starting to deteriorate

Slight leak of exhaust gases

Fail 18 May 2012 32,977 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 May 2012 32,977 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 25,855 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2011 25,855 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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SM08 YEY is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in White with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 SM08 YEY, 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

How do I check the history of SM08 YEY?

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What year was SM08 YEY registered?

SM08 YEY is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is SM08 YEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 YEY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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