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VO08 LWU

2008 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,311 mi
Last recorded71,311 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO08 LWU
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 71,311 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 61,090 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 57,783 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 46,627 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 46,623 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,706 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 28,031 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 26,860 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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VO08 LWU is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VO08 LWU, 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.

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What year was VO08 LWU registered?

VO08 LWU is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VO08 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO08 LWU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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