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SO08 ROO

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,420 mi
Last recorded97,420 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 ROO
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2025 97,420 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 95,974 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 93,333 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 88,364 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2021 80,092 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 72,331 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 68,750 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 14 Aug 2018 60,772 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 54,993 miles

under tray / plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 11 Aug 2017 54,993 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length and rear (6.3.4a)

under tray / plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2016 49,267 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 44,909 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advisery;plastic oversills fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2014 40,160 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advisery; plastic oversills fitted

Fail 5 Aug 2014 40,160 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advisery; plastic oversills fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2013 35,714 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2012 32,335 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2011 28,432 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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SO08 ROO 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 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 SO08 ROO, 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 SO08 ROO registered?

SO08 ROO is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is SO08 ROO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO08 ROO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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