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GL08 HCU

2008 Subaru Legacy

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,475 mi
Last recorded103,475 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 HCU
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 103,475 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 86,610 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Jul 2014 86,610 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Aug 2013 78,140 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 59,775 miles

Emissions tested - No smoke detected

Pass 22 Jul 2011 37,888 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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GL08 HCU is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL08 HCU, 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 GL08 HCU registered?

GL08 HCU is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is GL08 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 HCU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL08 HCU have outstanding finance?

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