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BP53 GPZ

2003 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

56,401 mi
Last recorded56,401 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Subaru Legacy86,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 GPZ
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 56,401 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 56,401 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 55,579 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 54,359 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 53,804 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 52,294 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 50,778 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 48,125 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracking but not exposing cords

Offside rear tyre cracking but not exposing cords

Pass 4 Dec 2015 44,546 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 44,546 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 40,796 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 38,257 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 38,257 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 36,486 miles

advise both front tyres cracking

Pass 1 Dec 2011 34,241 miles

tread on nearside rear tyre cracking badly but not exposeing ply or cords

Pass 7 Dec 2010 32,675 miles

tread on both rear tyres starting to crack

Fail 7 Dec 2010 32,675 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

tread on both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 11 Dec 2009 29,895 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 27,031 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 23,624 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 20,882 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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BP53 GPZ is a 2003 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 BP53 GPZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BP53 GPZ registered?

BP53 GPZ is a 2003 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is BP53 GPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 GPZ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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