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P261 BSS

1996 Subaru Legacy Gls AWD

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,070 mi
Last recorded169,070 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP261 BSS
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy Gls AWD
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2007 169,070 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 Nov 2007 169,070 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 163,593 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 158,230 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy Gls AWD?

Based on 790 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
7,544
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53
Registration plate lamp not working 32
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush 25
Stop lamp not working 25
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P261 BSS is a 1996 Subaru Legacy Gls AWD in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Subaru Legacy Gls AWD fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P261 BSS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Legacy Gls AWD typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 30 years old, this Subaru Legacy Gls AWD is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P261 BSS registered?

P261 BSS is a 1996 Subaru Legacy Gls AWD, first registered on 26 November 1996.

Is P261 BSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P261 BSS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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