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Y126 ERH

2001 Subaru Legacy

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

170,381 mi
Last recorded170,381 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Subaru Legacy95,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY126 ERH
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 170,381 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 162,910 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Fail 27 Dec 2023 162,910 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 154,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 149,606 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 144,072 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 141,573 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 136,420 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 130,733 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 124,058 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 116,152 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 108,768 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 99,906 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 93,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 93,119 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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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Y126 ERH is a 2001 Subaru Legacy in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 Y126 ERH, 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 Y126 ERH registered?

Y126 ERH is a 2001 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y126 ERH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y126 ERH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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