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OV08 YDK

2008 Subaru Legacy

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

122,674 mi
Last recorded122,674 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 YDK
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 122,674 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 18 Jul 2018 109,043 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 109,043 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 99,140 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 94,653 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 85,399 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 70,546 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 44,364 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 43,886 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 36,828 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 30,161 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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OV08 YDK is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OV08 YDK, 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 OV08 YDK registered?

OV08 YDK is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is OV08 YDK safe to buy?

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