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VN08 DJE

2008 Subaru Outback

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

168,943 mi
Last recorded168,943 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Subaru Outback85,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 DJE
MakeSubaru
ModelOutback
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 168,943 miles

engine/under trays fitted

full inspection of all rear brake pipes not possable

Fail 21 Dec 2018 168,939 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

engine mil warning lamp on

engine/under trays fitted

full inspection of all rear brake pipes not possable

Pass 7 Dec 2017 160,361 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 160,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15/55/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 152,115 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 152,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 141,048 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 126,951 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 126,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 104,778 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 75,882 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 55,292 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 43,252 miles

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

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

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

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

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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VN08 DJE is a 2008 Subaru Outback in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VN08 DJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN08 DJE registered?

VN08 DJE is a 2008 Subaru Outback, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is VN08 DJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 DJE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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