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Y981 AEX

2001 Subaru Legacy

Red Petrol 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

117,191 mi
Last recorded117,191 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Subaru Legacy95,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY981 AEX
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 117,191 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 112,469 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 112,469 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear tyres worn on edges main tread 3mm

Pass 8 May 2014 106,662 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 100,242 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2012 92,651 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2012 92,651 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 85,393 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 10 May 2011 85,393 miles

Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2010 79,648 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 73,358 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 67,042 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 60,049 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 52,791 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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Y981 AEX is a 2001 Subaru Legacy in Red with a 2,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y981 AEX, 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 Y981 AEX registered?

Y981 AEX is a 2001 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y981 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y981 AEX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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