CarVerify

Free Car Check

L185 TSP

1994 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD

Blue Petrol 2212cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2008
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

139,877 mi
Last recorded139,877 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2008
Typical for 1994 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD120,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Subaru
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL185 TSP
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy GX 4WD
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,212cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2008 139,877 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

various suspension components and prescribed areas front and rear slightly corroded

unable to fully assess flexible brake hoses due to a leak in the system

Pass 26 Jul 2007 138,282 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 138,273 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 135,811 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 135,803 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 130,972 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 130,972 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy GX 4WD?

Based on 824 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
6,073
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 82
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 33
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush 30
Full Subaru Legacy GX 4WD reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L185 TSP is a 1994 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD in Blue with a 2,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1994 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 120,408 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Legacy GX 4WD fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L185 TSP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Legacy GX 4WD typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 32 years old, this Subaru Legacy GX 4WD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L185 TSP?

You can check the full history of L185 TSP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L185 TSP registered?

L185 TSP is a 1994 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD, first registered on 1 May 1994.

Is L185 TSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L185 TSP shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L185 TSP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L185 TSP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.