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N157 TOP

1996 Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,108 mi
Last recorded89,108 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2007
Typical for 1996 Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD117,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN157 TOP
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy Gl 4WD
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2007 89,108 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 17 May 2006 83,862 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 75,494 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 75,494 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 456 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
6,349
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
456
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 149
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 130
Brake pipe excessively corroded 90
Stop lamp not working 65
Registration plate lamp not working 51
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N157 TOP is a 1996 Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 117,956 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N157 TOP, 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 30 years old, this Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N157 TOP registered?

N157 TOP is a 1996 Subaru Legacy Gl 4WD, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N157 TOP safe to buy?

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