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RV59 YAU

2009 Subaru Legacy

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,716 mi
Last recorded63,716 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 Subaru Legacy79,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 YAU
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2021 63,716 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake operation is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.4.1 (a) (i))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 61,412 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 59,305 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 56,035 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 53,881 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on edges (4.1.E.1)

Front brake discs worn and pads low

Rear brake discs some corrosion and pads low

under tray fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2017 53,881 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on edges (4.1.E.1)

Front brake discs worn and pads low

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake discs some corrosion and pads low

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2016 51,864 miles

rear pads look low

Pass 9 Jan 2015 46,114 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2014 39,409 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 32,881 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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RV59 YAU is a 2009 Subaru Legacy in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 RV59 YAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV59 YAU registered?

RV59 YAU is a 2009 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is RV59 YAU safe to buy?

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