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ST57 HGU

2008 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

104,776 mi
Last recorded104,776 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST57 HGU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 104,776 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 98,095 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2023 90,952 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2022 82,915 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 79,247 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Fail 16 Dec 2021 79,210 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2020 74,930 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 71,429 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2018 66,881 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 62,812 miles

Engine and unders covers fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2016 59,533 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 59,533 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 53,620 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 47,831 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 41,612 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 34,446 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 27,807 miles

both front tyres wearing inside edge

Pass 19 Jan 2011 22,270 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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ST57 HGU is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ST57 HGU, 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 ST57 HGU registered?

ST57 HGU is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is ST57 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST57 HGU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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