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VE51 LGU

2002 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,836 mi
Last recorded153,836 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Subaru Legacy93,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE51 LGU
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 153,836 miles

Engine Warning Light on

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 148,657 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 148,656 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 142,912 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 135,132 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brake discs

Pass 27 Aug 2009 120,366 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 107,495 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 71,516 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 40,801 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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VE51 LGU is a 2002 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VE51 LGU, 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 VE51 LGU registered?

VE51 LGU is a 2002 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is VE51 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE51 LGU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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