Subaru Legacy MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

19.6%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Subaru Legacy vehicles
Based on 414 MOT tests
8.4pp below the UK average (28%)

Subaru Legacy shows good reliability at this age, with a 19.6% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Subaru Legacy are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 4.7%
Suspension 2.5%
Brakes 2.0%
Body & Chassis 2.0%
Visibility 1.5%
Tyres 1.0%
Steering 0.3%

How Does This Compare?

Subaru Legacy MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 19.6% 414 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 25.7% 731 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 27.5% 2,960 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 35.0% 10,003 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 40.0% 11,919 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Subaru Legacy reliable?

Yes. Based on 414 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old Subaru Legacy vehicles have a 19.6% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Subaru Legacy?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 4.7% failure risk
  • Suspension — 2.5% failure risk
  • Brakes — 2.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my Subaru Legacy for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Subaru Legacy, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Subaru Legacy Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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