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YC08 XMP

2008 Subaru Legacy

Black Lpg 2457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,883 mi
Last recorded171,883 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Subaru Legacy87,893 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 XMP
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,457cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2020 171,883 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 166,350 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 156,762 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 139,941 miles

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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)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 123,457 miles

Under trays obscuring the view of some components

Pass 24 Sep 2015 101,016 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 75,593 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 46,870 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 43,244 miles

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

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)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 33,982 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 26,688 miles

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

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

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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YC08 XMP is a 2008 Subaru Legacy in Black with a 2,457cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YC08 XMP, 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 YC08 XMP registered?

YC08 XMP is a 2008 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YC08 XMP safe to buy?

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