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SV08 VVA

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

89,653 mi
Last recorded89,653 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 VVA
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 89,653 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 89,459 miles

General corrosion to underside rear

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 87,890 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 85,918 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 82,955 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 81,430 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 77,691 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Underside under sealed not allowing proper inspection.

Pass 17 Dec 2018 71,038 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 68,990 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 64,546 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 58,585 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 52,627 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 44,617 miles

offside rear tyre has cut on sidewall

Pass 1 Jul 2013 34,629 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 25,335 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 25,328 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 20,067 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 18,313 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 18,175 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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SV08 VVA is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 SV08 VVA, 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 SV08 VVA registered?

SV08 VVA is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SV08 VVA safe to buy?

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