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R275 RVN

1998 Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

133,802 mi
Last recorded133,802 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto118,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR275 RVN
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy Outback AWD Auto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2008 133,802 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

rear wiper split

small crack in front plate

unable too see surface of brake pipes due to grease and paint on surface

Pass 1 Aug 2008 133,802 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

rear wiper split

small crack in front plate

unable too see surface of brake pipes due to grease and paint on surface

Pass 18 Oct 2007 130,910 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

exhaust heat shields loose

nearside rear tyre worn on edge

offside rear tyre very worn on edge

Fail 12 Oct 2007 130,910 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

exhaust heat shields loose

nearside rear tyre worn on edge

offside front brake dragging slightly

offside rear tyre very worn on edge

Pass 10 Mar 2006 118,397 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 118,397 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto?

Based on 788 MOT tests across 182 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
8,438
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
182
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush 30
Registration plate lamp not working 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 25
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R275 RVN is a 1998 Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 118,808 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R275 RVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R275 RVN registered?

R275 RVN is a 1998 Subaru Legacy Outback AWD Auto, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R275 RVN safe to buy?

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