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N256 DWA

1996 Subaru Legacy

Silver Petrol 2212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

147,360 mi
Last recorded147,360 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 1996 Subaru Legacy111,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN256 DWA
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,212cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 147,360 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 146,943 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 146,066 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 142,341 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 138,949 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 135,433 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 125,550 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 115,617 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 105,200 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 102,615 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 100,239 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 93,561 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 85,178 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 27 Aug 2009 85,038 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 81,372 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 76,304 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 69,883 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 69,883 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Aug 2005 63,811 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 63,811 miles

Nearside 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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N256 DWA is a 1996 Subaru Legacy in Silver with a 2,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 N256 DWA, 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 N256 DWA registered?

N256 DWA is a 1996 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 3 January 1996.

Is N256 DWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N256 DWA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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