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SL52 VRV

2002 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,146 mi
Last recorded98,146 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Subaru Legacy93,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL52 VRV
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2016 98,146 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 89,731 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 89,731 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 81,054 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

Fail 10 Apr 2014 81,039 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 71,539 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 67,168 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 60,681 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 52,070 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 45,038 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 38,009 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 32,055 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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SL52 VRV is a 2002 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 93,093 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 SL52 VRV, 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 24 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 SL52 VRV registered?

SL52 VRV is a 2002 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is SL52 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL52 VRV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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