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R5 DTN

2007 Subaru Legacy

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

166,003 mi
Last recorded166,003 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Subaru Legacy87,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 DTN
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 166,003 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 160,075 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 156,954 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 148,415 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 134,422 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 128,205 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 118,591 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 113,809 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Mar 2018 107,203 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 101,274 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 101,271 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 91,796 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 91,796 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 84,521 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 74,128 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 74,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 64,802 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 54,207 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 44,244 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2010 32,851 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 32,851 miles

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

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

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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R5 DTN is a 2007 Subaru Legacy in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2007 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 87,409 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 R5 DTN, 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 19 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 R5 DTN registered?

R5 DTN is a 2007 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 26 March 2007.

Is R5 DTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 DTN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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