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VX08 APZ

2008 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

176,343 mi
Last recorded176,343 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 APZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 176,343 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 171,845 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cut in side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 160,794 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 160,794 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2016 152,057 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 152,057 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 131,585 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 108,644 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 86,146 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 86,146 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 62,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

small cuts in inner sidewall[chalked}

Pass 4 Jan 2012 40,485 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 33,100 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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VX08 APZ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX08 APZ, 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 VX08 APZ registered?

VX08 APZ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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