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N243 LMR

1996 Subaru Legacy

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

146,004 mi
Last recorded146,004 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Subaru Legacy111,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN243 LMR
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2013 146,004 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

oil leak rear axle

Fail 7 Nov 2012 137,820 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

some rusting to rear subframe

Pass 7 Nov 2012 137,820 miles

some rusting to rear subframe

Pass 23 Nov 2011 132,930 miles

both rear drive shaft seals leaking

Fail 18 Nov 2011 132,913 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear drive shaft seals leaking

Pass 24 Jan 2011 129,709 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 126,013 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 121,510 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 121,510 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 117,280 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 112,127 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 108,379 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 108,379 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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N243 LMR is a 1996 Subaru Legacy in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N243 LMR, 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.

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What year was N243 LMR registered?

N243 LMR is a 1996 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N243 LMR safe to buy?

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