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YH53 JYY

2003 Subaru Legacy

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,989 mi
Last recorded155,989 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Subaru Legacy86,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 JYY
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 155,989 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @cat (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel rear efficency only just met (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Sep 2017 155,989 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @cat (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel rear efficency only just met (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Sep 2017 155,957 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 146,229 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 132,450 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 12,107 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 108,926 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 97,074 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 85,243 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 65,733 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 47,565 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 26,538 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 22,574 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 16,388 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 16,388 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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YH53 JYY is a 2003 Subaru Legacy in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Legacy models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 86,036 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 YH53 JYY, 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 23 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 YH53 JYY registered?

YH53 JYY is a 2003 Subaru Legacy, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is YH53 JYY safe to buy?

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