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YK08 XMZ

2008 Subaru Impreza

Grey Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,050 mi
Last recorded84,050 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 XMZ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 84,050 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

corroded front to back of vehicle all components effected

Fail 23 Mar 2021 84,050 miles

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

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both fitted led (4.1.4 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

corroded front to back of vehicle all components effected

Pass 12 May 2018 80,664 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 72,788 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Vehicle under trays fitted

Pass 3 May 2016 64,991 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 54,093 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 45,138 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 32,508 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 19,734 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 13,986 miles

nearside front brake disc corroding on inner face

offside front brake disc corroding on inner face

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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YK08 XMZ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Grey with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YK08 XMZ, 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 YK08 XMZ registered?

YK08 XMZ is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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