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FJ08 VYS

2008 Subaru Legacy

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

112,057 mi
Last recorded112,057 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 VYS
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 112,057 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 100,666 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 97,131 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 97,092 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 94,862 miles

slight wear on front brake discs

slight wear on rear brake discs

Pass 8 Jul 2014 90,422 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 90,422 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 80,860 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 65,266 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 50,361 miles

Additional Lights fitted to front and rear.

Fail 12 Jul 2011 50,361 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Additional Lights fitted to front and rear.

Pass 12 Jul 2010 37,071 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 17,275 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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FJ08 VYS is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FJ08 VYS, 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 FJ08 VYS registered?

FJ08 VYS is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is FJ08 VYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 VYS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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