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AM59 NLR

2009 Subaru Legacy

White Petrol 2450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,218 mi
Last recorded122,218 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Subaru Legacy79,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM59 NLR
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,450cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 122,218 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rear both sides ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower arm rear inner bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both headlights intensity reduced

both headlights outer lenses misted

Fail 19 Aug 2025 122,212 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge separated cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rear both sides ()

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower arm rear inner bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both headlights intensity reduced

both headlights outer lenses misted

Pass 22 Aug 2024 115,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted around edge inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bushes both sides deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread inner edge [ no cord at test cord exposure imminent ] ATTENTION (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays and covers fitted obscuring examination

Fail 22 Aug 2024 115,405 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted around edge inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bushes both sides deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread inner edge [ no cord at test cord exposure imminent ] ATTENTION (5.2.3 (e))

both door mirrors slightly loose

undertrays and covers fitted obscuring examination

Fail 20 Aug 2024 115,400 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Outer sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect for damage or corrosion

Under engine cover fitted unable to fully inspect components including catalytic converter

Under floor coverings fitted unable to fully inspect for damage or corrosion

Pass 3 Aug 2023 106,462 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Front Tyres worn around edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 106,462 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Front Tyres worn around edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 93,890 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy?

Based on 349,986 MOT tests across 31,204 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
6,548
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
31,204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,876
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,089
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,828
Registration plate lamp not working 6,731
position lamp(s) not working 6,685
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AM59 NLR is a 2009 Subaru Legacy in White with a 2,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2009 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 79,554 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 AM59 NLR, 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 17 years old, this Subaru Legacy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AM59 NLR registered?

AM59 NLR is a 2009 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is AM59 NLR safe to buy?

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