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WJ08 RSV

2008 Subaru Legacy

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

132,736 mi
Last recorded132,736 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 RSV
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 132,736 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 127,071 miles

Floor, sills and engine obscured by trims and under trays

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

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

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

Fail 3 May 2016 127,069 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and worn smooth at edges (4.1.E.1)

Floor, sills and engine obscured by trims and under trays

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm and worn smooth at edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 118,005 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

FRont brake pads becoming worn

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2015 118,005 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

FRont brake pads becoming worn

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2014 109,068 miles

Emissions too low to trigger smoke meter

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 98,903 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 98,903 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 87,743 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 82,281 miles

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

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

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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WJ08 RSV is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 WJ08 RSV, 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 WJ08 RSV registered?

WJ08 RSV is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is WJ08 RSV safe to buy?

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