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YT08 MYF

2008 Subaru Impreza

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,093 mi
Last recorded93,093 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 MYF
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 93,093 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 92,987 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 79,815 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 79,814 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 69,963 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 61,308 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 9 Feb 2019 61,308 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jan 2018 46,904 miles

offside front wheel rim slightly distorted

offside rear tyre split on inner sidewall but cords not exposed at time of test

Fail 22 Jan 2018 46,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also close to limit and split on inner sidewall - 205/50 R17 93V (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

offside front wheel rim slightly distorted

offside rear tyre split on inner sidewall but cords not exposed at time of test

Pass 17 Feb 2017 30,277 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 30,261 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

n/s/f fog lamp not working

Pass 21 May 2016 27,650 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 23,053 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 18,701 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 13,833 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 9,429 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 9,429 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 8,386 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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YT08 MYF is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YT08 MYF, 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 YT08 MYF registered?

YT08 MYF is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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