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N257 WSS

1996 Subaru Legacy

Maroon Petrol 2212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,156 mi
Last recorded77,156 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2009
Typical for 1996 Subaru Legacy111,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN257 WSS
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,212cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2009 77,156 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

cat exhaust joint blowing not to x/s at time of test.

front & rear metal brake pipes corroded not to x/s at time of test.

o/s/f tyre low tread on inside edge not belowq limits at time of test.

o/s/r tyre punctured.

suspention componants corroeded.

underbody very corroded not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 13 Jun 2008 76,998 miles

ALL RUBBER BUSHES PERISHED

ALL VERY RUSTY UNDERNEATH

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 76,634 miles

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

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Jan 2006 75,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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N257 WSS is a 1996 Subaru Legacy in Maroon with a 2,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N257 WSS, 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 N257 WSS registered?

N257 WSS is a 1996 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N257 WSS safe to buy?

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