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N170 TOP

1996 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD

Green Petrol 2212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,741 mi
Last recorded87,741 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD111,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN170 TOP
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy GX 4WD
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,212cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2008 87,741 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 79,906 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 76,668 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy GX 4WD?

Based on 824 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
6,073
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 82
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 33
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush 30
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N170 TOP is a 1996 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD in Green with a 2,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 111,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Legacy GX 4WD fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N170 TOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Legacy GX 4WD typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Subaru Legacy GX 4WD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N170 TOP registered?

N170 TOP is a 1996 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N170 TOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N170 TOP shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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