MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
138,777 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
front cross member corroded
front inner brake pads low
nearside rear inner wheel arch corroded
rear brake pads low
rear subframe corroded
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement temporary fuel cap fitted (7.2.4b)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy?
Based on 349,986 MOT tests across 31,204 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AF53 VHM is a 2003 Subaru Legacy in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2003 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 86,036 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 Legacy fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF53 VHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Subaru Legacy typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Legacy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was AF53 VHM registered?
AF53 VHM is a 2003 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 22 October 2003.
Is AF53 VHM safe to buy?
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