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MV05 KOW

2005 Subaru Legacy

Silver Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

82,721 mi
Last recorded82,721 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Subaru Legacy87,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 KOW
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 82,721 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 81,079 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 80,119 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 79,823 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 79,781 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2016 79,781 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 72,237 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 65,278 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 58,004 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 51,306 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 44,848 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 38,658 miles

slight tear in offside wiper blade

Pass 18 Feb 2009 29,722 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 20,298 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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MV05 KOW is a 2005 Subaru Legacy in Silver with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 87,707 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 MV05 KOW, 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 21 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 MV05 KOW registered?

MV05 KOW is a 2005 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MV05 KOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 KOW 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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