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P368 COD

1997 Subaru Legacy

Green Petrol 2212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,724 mi
Last recorded152,724 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Subaru Legacy111,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP368 COD
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,212cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2013 152,724 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 152,723 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2012 143,156 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2012 143,156 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 135,464 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 127,895 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 119,632 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 119,579 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 110,872 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2008 106,339 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 96,037 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 87,386 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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P368 COD is a 1997 Subaru Legacy in Green with a 2,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 111,713 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 P368 COD, 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 29 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 P368 COD registered?

P368 COD is a 1997 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P368 COD safe to buy?

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