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VK58 HDE

2008 Subaru Legacy

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,591 mi
Last recorded127,591 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK58 HDE
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 127,591 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inside (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 121,062 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 121,062 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working 501 bulb fitted (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 113,205 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front headlamp was initially not working and then came back on again during test

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front headlamp was initially not working and then came back on again during test

headlamp height adjuster linkage is broken on nearside front underside

noise from engine on idle

Pass 24 Oct 2016 104,705 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 15 Oct 2015 95,518 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 95,518 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 87,352 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Oct 2014 87,352 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2013 78,627 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres worn on inner shoulders

Pass 10 Oct 2012 65,543 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 49,770 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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VK58 HDE is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 87,893 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 VK58 HDE, 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 18 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 VK58 HDE registered?

VK58 HDE is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is VK58 HDE safe to buy?

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