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AX08 FGA

2008 Subaru Legacy

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

109,236 mi
Last recorded109,236 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 FGA
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 109,236 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view two stone chips in central swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2020 109,235 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view two stone chips in central swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 104,282 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 104,188 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 104,188 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 103,597 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 102,652 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 102,652 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 98,764 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 93,739 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Feb 2013 86,851 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 78,713 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 71,840 miles

front and rear brake discs worn

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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AX08 FGA is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 87,893 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AX08 FGA, 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 18 years old, this Subaru Legacy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX08 FGA registered?

AX08 FGA is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AX08 FGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 FGA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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