MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
142,242 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
battery is insecure
brake fluid level low
front reg plate loose - advise attention
n/s rear suspension had non std parts fitted
o/s front wheel rim damaged in poor condition - advise replace
Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
battery is insecure
brake fluid level low
front bumper loose - advise attention
front reg plate loose - advise attention
n/s rear suspension had non std parts fitted
o/s front wheel rim damaged in poor condition - advise replace
Battery insecure
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
nearside front drive shaft inner gater split
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Battery insecure
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
nearside front drive shaft inner gater split
How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy?
Based on 349,986 MOT tests across 31,204 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M281 UTF is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 M281 UTF, 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.
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How do I check the history of M281 UTF?
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What year was M281 UTF registered?
M281 UTF is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 3 April 2008.
Is M281 UTF safe to buy?
The MOT history for M281 UTF 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.
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