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VE53 MZW

2003 Subaru Legacy

Red Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

177,289 mi
Last recorded177,289 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Subaru Legacy86,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 MZW
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2016 177,289 miles

Emissions not tested too many leaks (7.3.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front centre and rear exhaust leaking (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 175,060 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

both front tyres slightly worn on edges

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 20 Nov 2014 167,941 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 167,941 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 160,306 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 150,095 miles

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 23 Nov 2012 150,095 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 21 Nov 2011 149,670 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 144,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Pass 13 Nov 2009 139,337 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 133,814 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 127,834 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 102,934 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VE53 MZW is a 2003 Subaru Legacy in Red with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VE53 MZW, 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 VE53 MZW registered?

VE53 MZW is a 2003 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is VE53 MZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 MZW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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