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RE51 JGV

2001 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164,722 mi
Last recorded164,722 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Subaru Legacy95,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 JGV
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 164,722 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs slightly worn

front brake pads getting low

offside rear reflector cracked

rear registration plate deteriorating

rear tyres wearing on edges

sill covers fitted

slight damage to offside rear seatbelt webbing

slight wear in front anti roll bar bushes

wear in rear anti roll bar bushes

Pass 19 Aug 2013 159,484 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 16 Aug 2013 159,483 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)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 149,367 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/f anti roll bar "d" bush slightly worn

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2011 133,160 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2010 121,921 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 106,089 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 94,143 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 94,143 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 82,603 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 70,405 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 70,405 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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RE51 JGV is a 2001 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 95,393 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 RE51 JGV, 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 25 years old, this Subaru Legacy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RE51 JGV registered?

RE51 JGV is a 2001 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is RE51 JGV safe to buy?

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