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SJ05 HZZ

2005 Subaru Legacy

Green Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

95,415 mi
Last recorded95,415 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Subaru Legacy87,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 HZZ
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 95,415 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 91,998 miles

Both sills beginning to corrode (rear)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 89,118 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 85,610 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 80,769 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 78,081 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 70,872 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 62,537 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 56,305 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 49,069 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 42,165 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 36,006 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 28,474 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 20,538 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 13,565 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 10,835 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 10,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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SJ05 HZZ is a 2005 Subaru Legacy in Green with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 87,707 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 SJ05 HZZ, 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 21 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 SJ05 HZZ registered?

SJ05 HZZ is a 2005 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is SJ05 HZZ safe to buy?

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