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BU05 ZGB

2005 Subaru Legacy

Silver Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,957 mi
Last recorded119,957 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Subaru Legacy87,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 ZGB
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 119,957 miles

tyres have some wall damage

Fail 12 Jan 2018 119,957 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened heavy corrosion (3.5.1i)

Rear Inner Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases y section and pipes to tail sections (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

tyres have some wall damage

Pass 5 Jan 2017 113,860 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front 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)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 108,038 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 103,618 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 99,317 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 93,989 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 83,302 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 69,387 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 56,607 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 45,230 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 32,692 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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BU05 ZGB is a 2005 Subaru Legacy in Silver with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 87,707 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 BU05 ZGB, 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 21 years old, this Subaru Legacy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU05 ZGB registered?

BU05 ZGB is a 2005 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is BU05 ZGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 ZGB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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