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P513 DOA

1997 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD Auto

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,882 mi
Last recorded133,882 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP513 DOA
MakeSubaru
ModelLegacy GX 4WD Auto
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2008 133,882 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 129,935 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 129,935 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 125,594 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2005 120,166 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Legacy GX 4WD Auto?

Based on 429 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,536
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 34
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
Stop lamp not working 16
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13
Registration plate lamp not working 11
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P513 DOA is a 1997 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD Auto in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Subaru Legacy GX 4WD Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P513 DOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Legacy GX 4WD Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Subaru Legacy GX 4WD Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P513 DOA registered?

P513 DOA is a 1997 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD Auto, first registered on 9 January 1997.

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