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X788 ERC

2001 Subaru Legacy

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

130,863 mi
Last recorded130,863 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Subaru Legacy95,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX788 ERC
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 130,863 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 123,112 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 123,112 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 115,737 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 115,737 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured D bush housing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 108,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 108,343 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 104,875 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 104,875 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 101,395 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 97,987 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 94,319 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 94,314 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 92,764 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 84,991 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 84,991 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 75,337 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 62,238 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 51,704 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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X788 ERC is a 2001 Subaru Legacy in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2001 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 95,393 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 X788 ERC, 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 25 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 X788 ERC registered?

X788 ERC is a 2001 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 3 February 2001.

Is X788 ERC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X788 ERC shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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