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R230 ATR

1998 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Subaru Legacy107,216 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR230 ATR
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025

Front panel corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2024
Pass 12 Jul 2024
Pass 27 Jun 2023

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2022

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2020
Pass 18 Jun 2019
Pass 23 Mar 2018

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 129,912 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 120,552 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 119,962 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 115,357 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 113,126 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 102,054 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 93,113 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 93,113 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 83,840 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 83,840 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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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R230 ATR is a 1998 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 107,216 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 R230 ATR, 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 28 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 R230 ATR registered?

R230 ATR is a 1998 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R230 ATR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R230 ATR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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