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DX55 XGN

2005 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,099 mi
Last recorded171,099 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Subaru Legacy87,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 XGN
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 171,099 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 160,999 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 139,601 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 125,468 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 125,468 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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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DX55 XGN is a 2005 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DX55 XGN, 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 DX55 XGN registered?

DX55 XGN is a 2005 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is DX55 XGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 XGN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX55 XGN have outstanding finance?

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