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WK08 XME

2008 Subaru Impreza

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

132,591 mi
Last recorded132,591 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 XME
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2024 132,591 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 125,349 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 119,925 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 119,169 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 116,570 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 116,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 112,796 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 108,807 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 102,575 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2016 93,206 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 80,632 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 70,384 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 53,094 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 53,094 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 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 37,142 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 20,134 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 17,133 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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WK08 XME is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WK08 XME, 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 WK08 XME registered?

WK08 XME is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WK08 XME safe to buy?

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