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VN08 XSA

2008 Subaru Legacy

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,530 mi
Last recorded111,530 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 XSA
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2016 111,530 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Jun 2015 101,902 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 87,071 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 75,536 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 63,901 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 54,236 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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VN08 XSA is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VN08 XSA, 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

How do I check the history of VN08 XSA?

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What year was VN08 XSA registered?

VN08 XSA is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is VN08 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 XSA shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN08 XSA have outstanding finance?

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