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LW53 ZDA

2003 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Subaru Legacy86,036 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW53 ZDA
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 76,665 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 73,559 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 71,364 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 71,364 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 70,496 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 69,488 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 69,148 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 66,508 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 63,426 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 59,944 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 56,914 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 53,376 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 49,840 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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LW53 ZDA is a 2003 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 86,036 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 LW53 ZDA, 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 23 years old, this Subaru Legacy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LW53 ZDA?

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What year was LW53 ZDA registered?

LW53 ZDA is a 2003 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LW53 ZDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW53 ZDA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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