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WJ08 RUR

2008 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,251 mi
Last recorded168,251 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 RUR
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 168,251 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 164,287 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 159,389 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 157,116 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 154,779 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 150,593 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 148,575 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 136,547 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 112,931 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 80,975 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 49,186 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 23,083 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 20,047 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 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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WJ08 RUR is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WJ08 RUR, 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 WJ08 RUR registered?

WJ08 RUR is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WJ08 RUR safe to buy?

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