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DN08 KWG

2008 Subaru Legacy

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

158,899 mi
Last recorded158,899 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 KWG
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 158,899 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Road wheel slightly distorted all four on inner rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 148,957 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jul 2019 148,946 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 133,556 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 117,827 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 104,930 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 89,803 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 77,248 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 60,780 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2012 46,903 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 36,130 miles

o/s/r tyre has cuts on inner side wall but not down to the coards

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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DN08 KWG is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DN08 KWG, 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 DN08 KWG registered?

DN08 KWG is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is DN08 KWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 KWG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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