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BF51 LWM

2001 Subaru Legacy

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

136,776 mi
Last recorded136,776 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Subaru Legacy95,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 LWM
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 136,776 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 133,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Aug 2015 129,257 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 123,957 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 123,957 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 118,036 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 111,562 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 104,925 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 98,523 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 90,242 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 79,570 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 68,664 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 68,664 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 56,801 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 56,801 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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BF51 LWM is a 2001 Subaru Legacy in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 95,393 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 BF51 LWM, 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 25 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 BF51 LWM registered?

BF51 LWM is a 2001 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is BF51 LWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 LWM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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