Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto reliable? We analysed 788 real MOT tests across 182 vehicles to find out.
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The Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto.
Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 78 | 70.5% | 82,832 | 99,326 | 116,503 |
| 1999 | 166 | 72.3% | 85,064 | 110,939 | 133,250 |
| 1998 | 202 | 70.8% | 101,952 | 118,808 | 136,751 |
| 1997 | 300 | 73.3% | 98,014 | 118,927 | 137,698 |
How Long Does a Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto Last?
Based on 182 Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
73.3% MOT pass rate from 300 tests
70.5% MOT pass rate from 78 tests
The best year to buy a used Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.3% across 300 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto THIS CAR | 72.2% | 788 | 114,202 mi | 29 yrs |
| Subaru Impreza | 75.7% | 915,729 | 83,083 mi | 33 yrs |
| Subaru Forester | 76.1% | 456,470 | 85,220 mi | 29 yrs |
| Subaru Legacy | 72.5% | 349,986 | 96,000 mi | 35 yrs |
| Land Rover Discovery Sport SE D MHEV Auto | 85.7% | 835 | 36,924 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Subaru Impreza (75.7% pass rate) and the Subaru Forester (76.1% pass rate), the Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.2% across 788 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (33 recorded failures), anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (30), and registration plate lamp not working (29). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto owner drives around 8,438 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.