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M233 SMV

1994 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 2212cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

154,249 mi
Last recorded154,249 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Subaru Legacy118,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM233 SMV
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,212cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 154,249 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 152,072 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 147,479 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And all related suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Both outer sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 146,423 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 145,760 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases AT CAT JOINT (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 145,518 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 144,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 142,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 140,231 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 135,168 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 130,396 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

nearside front tyre starting to wear on edges

slight play in offside front steering arm

Pass 1 Aug 2014 125,601 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 120,144 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front tyres on legal limit

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 120,144 miles

Front tyres on legal limit

Pass 13 Jul 2011 110,162 miles

Cuts in nearside front and offside rear tyre outer walls

Slight dampness to offside rear shock absorber

Slight oil leak from engine

Small split in offside outer CV gaiter and damp

Pass 12 Jul 2010 99,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jul 2010 99,260 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 97,967 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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M233 SMV is a 1994 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 2,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1994 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 118,027 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 M233 SMV, 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 32 years old, this Subaru Legacy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M233 SMV registered?

M233 SMV is a 1994 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M233 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M233 SMV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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