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VK08 KKW

2008 Subaru Impreza

Silver Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,173 mi
Last recorded92,173 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 KKW
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 92,173 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 85,194 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 85,107 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight exhaust blow

Pass 2 Oct 2020 78,011 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat, seat belt not tested

Pass 25 Apr 2019 68,734 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 61,916 miles

front suspension bushes slightly perished

items removed from drivers area prior to test

Pass 24 Apr 2017 55,162 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r, seat belt not tested

slight exhaust blow

Pass 28 Apr 2016 47,742 miles

child seat in rear, seat belts not tested

Pass 22 Apr 2015 40,014 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

small stone chips on windscreen

Pass 23 Apr 2014 32,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2013 26,445 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,768 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 11 Apr 2011 14,292 miles

all four tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 11 Apr 2011 14,290 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

all four tyres wearing on outer edges

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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VK08 KKW is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Silver with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VK08 KKW, 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

How do I check the history of VK08 KKW?

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What year was VK08 KKW registered?

VK08 KKW is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is VK08 KKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 KKW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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