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N181 DSG

1996 Subaru Legacy

Maroon Petrol 2212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,676 mi
Last recorded112,676 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2006
Typical for 1996 Subaru Legacy111,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN181 DSG
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,212cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2006 112,676 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight play both sides inner steering rack ends

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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N181 DSG is a 1996 Subaru Legacy in Maroon with a 2,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 111,006 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 N181 DSG, 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 30 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 N181 DSG registered?

N181 DSG is a 1996 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N181 DSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N181 DSG shows 1 test 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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