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SW03 GVM

2003 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,227 mi
Last recorded113,227 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Legacy86,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 GVM
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2015 113,227 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Feb 2014 102,334 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 102,334 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 89,532 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 89,078 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 77,379 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 77,379 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 66,824 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 66,824 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 54,025 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 42,659 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 29,964 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 18,997 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 17,299 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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SW03 GVM is a 2003 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 86,036 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 SW03 GVM, 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 23 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 SW03 GVM registered?

SW03 GVM is a 2003 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is SW03 GVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW03 GVM shows 14 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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