2008 Subaru Impreza 1.5L Petrol · LD57 OOC
2008 Subaru Impreza (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 96,709 miles. MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU IMPREZA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,709 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD57 OOC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2026
- 96,709 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD57 OOC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Subaru Impreza (LD57 OOC) between May 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LD57 OOC Mileage History
- 13/05/202279,363 mi
- 02/06/202382,104 mi+2,741 mi
- 28/05/202484,375 mi+2,271 mi
- 27/06/202590,118 mi+5,743 mi
- 26/08/202696,709 mi+6,591 mi
Average of roughly 4,045 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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