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WV08 VDN

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,318 mi
Last recorded100,318 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 VDN
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 100,318 miles

Plastic covers fitted to outer sills

Pass 29 Apr 2025 100,088 miles

plastic covers fitted tto outer sills

Pass 29 Mar 2024 100,060 miles

plastic covers fitted to outer sills

Pass 2 Mar 2023 99,822 miles

plastic covers fitted to outer sills

Pass 19 Feb 2022 99,119 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 97,754 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 93,411 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 83,937 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 74,571 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 65,006 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 65,006 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front sidelight dim

Pass 18 Jan 2016 55,641 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)

Fail 18 Jan 2016 55,641 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)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 46,327 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 41,880 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 34,463 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 26,889 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 11 Mar 2011 21,483 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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WV08 VDN is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 WV08 VDN, 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 WV08 VDN registered?

WV08 VDN is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is WV08 VDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 VDN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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