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Y78 PSR

2001 Subaru Legacy

Red Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

154,038 mi
Last recorded154,038 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Subaru Legacy95,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY78 PSR
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2014 154,038 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 139,753 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 139,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 131,089 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 124,081 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 114,233 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 102,483 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 99,415 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 96,905 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 89,838 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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Y78 PSR is a 2001 Subaru Legacy in Red with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y78 PSR, 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 Y78 PSR registered?

Y78 PSR is a 2001 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y78 PSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y78 PSR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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