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DF54 AYX

2005 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

155,298 mi
Last recorded155,298 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Subaru Legacy87,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 AYX
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 155,298 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 55,295 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 150,025 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Feb 2020 149,931 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall 215.45x17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 144,769 miles

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 24 Jan 2019 144,769 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2018 137,692 miles

under trays and sill covers fitted

Fail 15 Jan 2018 137,692 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2017 129,955 miles

near side rear tyre starting to perish on inner sidewall

under trays and sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Jan 2017 129,955 miles

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

near side rear tyre starting to perish on inner sidewall

under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2016 124,417 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 124,384 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 124,384 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working rear (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam front (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 111,804 miles

slight play in rear diff mount

Fail 26 Jan 2015 111,804 miles

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

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

slight play in rear diff mount

Pass 13 Jan 2014 97,857 miles

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

Offside rear tyre feathered

Fail 13 Jan 2014 97,857 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear tyre feathered

Pass 28 Jan 2013 86,430 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 75,641 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 66,955 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 59,044 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 49,353 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 49,353 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 39,409 miles

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

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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DF54 AYX is a 2005 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 DF54 AYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF54 AYX registered?

DF54 AYX is a 2005 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is DF54 AYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF54 AYX shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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