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LW08 MJJ

2008 Subaru Legacy

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,276 mi
Last recorded152,276 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW08 MJJ
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 152,276 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

rear subframe corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2024 150,256 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 146,911 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 145,050 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021
Pass 14 Nov 2020 137,906 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 131,759 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 125,138 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 117,125 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 108,030 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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LW08 MJJ is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LW08 MJJ, 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 LW08 MJJ registered?

LW08 MJJ is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LW08 MJJ safe to buy?

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