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YT08 SWV

2008 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,987 mi
Last recorded79,987 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2013
Typical for 2008 Subaru Impreza69,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 SWV
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2013 79,987 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 79,381 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 63,028 miles

Both front tyres badly worn on edges

N/S/R tyre badly worn on edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 63,028 miles

Both front tyres badly worn on edges

N/S/R tyre badly worn on edges

Pass 17 Feb 2011 53,733 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 SWV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YT08 SWV, 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 YT08 SWV registered?

YT08 SWV is a 2008 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is YT08 SWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT08 SWV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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