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EX53 RHK

2003 Subaru Legacy

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,957 mi
Last recorded115,957 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Subaru Legacy86,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 RHK
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 115,957 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front to rear exhaust corroded

Fail 15 Feb 2018 115,760 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

obd mil on

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 28 Feb 2017 111,828 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 111,784 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 106,737 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 99,494 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 94,023 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 88,621 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 801,035 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 73,609 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 64,675 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 54,857 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 46,972 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 35,724 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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EX53 RHK is a 2003 Subaru Legacy in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX53 RHK, 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.

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What year was EX53 RHK registered?

EX53 RHK is a 2003 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is EX53 RHK safe to buy?

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