MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
147,419 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak
Battery insecure
Oil leak
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Battery insecure
Oil leak
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD?
Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 456 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M197 DCS is a 1995 Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1995 Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 118,908 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 Gl 4WD fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 149 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M197 DCS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 31 years old, this Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of M197 DCS?
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What year was M197 DCS registered?
M197 DCS is a 1995 Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD, first registered on 8 June 1995.
Is M197 DCS safe to buy?
The MOT history for M197 DCS shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does M197 DCS have outstanding finance?
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