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OU08 XYW

2008 Subaru Legacy

Grey Lpg 2457cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

76,488 mi
Last recorded76,488 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 XYW
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 76,488 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 74,580 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 73,794 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 72,565 miles

oil leak

vehicle restricted view

Pass 15 Feb 2022 71,805 miles

vehicle restricted view

Pass 12 Feb 2021 68,173 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 66,000 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 66,000 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 63,073 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 58,554 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 54,860 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 48,242 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 41,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/Rear tyre low tread in centre and nail in tread.

Fail 12 Feb 2015 41,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S/Rear tyre low tread in centre and nail in tread.

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 35,736 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 35,736 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 29,437 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Feb 2011 15,300 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 15,300 miles

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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OU08 XYW is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Grey with a 2,457cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 87,893 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 OU08 XYW, 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 18 years old, this Subaru Legacy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU08 XYW registered?

OU08 XYW is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is OU08 XYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 XYW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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