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ST58 AZU

2008 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

106,871 mi
Last recorded106,871 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST58 AZU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2023 106,871 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 106,392 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 92,699 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 92,073 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2021 91,450 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 78,380 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 78,324 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 70,655 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 70,655 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 67,730 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2018 67,725 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 61,642 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 61,640 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2016 50,315 miles

rear brake caliper slides slightly worn

Pass 19 Feb 2016 48,536 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 43,001 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 35,581 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 35,577 miles

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 33,892 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 28,554 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 22,200 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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ST58 AZU is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 ST58 AZU, 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 ST58 AZU registered?

ST58 AZU is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is ST58 AZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST58 AZU shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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