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VK08 KHD

2008 Subaru Outback

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,102 mi
Last recorded160,102 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Subaru Outback85,901 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 KHD
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 160,102 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 157,436 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 157,436 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Noise from rear, possibly wheel bearing, further inspection may be required

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 150,772 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 145,306 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 145,306 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour lens deteriorated (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 89,801 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Outback?

Based on 130,193 MOT tests across 11,131 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
7,615
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,791
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 1,553
Registration plate lamp not working 1,444
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,295
position lamp(s) not working 962
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VK08 KHD is a 2008 Subaru Outback in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Outback models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 85,901 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 Outback fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,791 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK08 KHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Outback typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Subaru Outback is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK08 KHD registered?

VK08 KHD is a 2008 Subaru Outback, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is VK08 KHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 KHD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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