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LG58 VJY

2008 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,646 mi
Last recorded97,646 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 VJY
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 97,646 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 93,415 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 92,134 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Fog light not working

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 80,181 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Osr tyre has cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 66,109 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower wishbone( rear ) bushes split/crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nsr tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 54,055 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 45,165 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsf tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osr tyre cracking on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 41,532 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 38,183 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 33,346 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 29,174 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 23,107 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 21,530 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2013 18,146 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 13,027 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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LG58 VJY is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LG58 VJY, 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 LG58 VJY registered?

LG58 VJY is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 25 September 2008.

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