2008 Subaru Impreza 2.5L Petrol · SDZ 117
2008 Subaru Impreza (2.5L, petrol). First registered 09 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 120,101 miles. MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU IMPREZA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,101 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SDZ 117 Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
- 120,101 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SDZ 117 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Subaru Impreza (SDZ 117) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
SDZ 117 Mileage History
- 22/10/202298,532 mi
- 03/11/2023104,934 mi+6,402 mi
- 25/11/2024113,273 mi+8,339 mi
- 25/11/2025120,101 mi+6,828 mi
Average of roughly 6,971 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Subaru Subaru Impreza Mk3 (GE/GH/GR)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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