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RO59 VHV

2009 Subaru Legacy

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,643 mi
Last recorded123,643 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2016
Typical for 2009 Subaru Legacy79,554 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO59 VHV
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2016 123,643 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 104,596 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 89,569 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 89,569 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 73,432 miles

Both rear and N/S/F tyres slightly perrished

O/S/F tyre has a deep cut but not through to the cords

Pass 29 Nov 2012 59,001 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 59,001 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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RO59 VHV is a 2009 Subaru Legacy in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 79,554 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO59 VHV, 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 17 years old, this Subaru Legacy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RO59 VHV registered?

RO59 VHV is a 2009 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is RO59 VHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO59 VHV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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