2008 Subaru Legacy 2.0L Diesel · AO58 EFS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 118,073 miles passed with only advisories regarding tyre wear and headlight fading, the preceding years show significant mechanical instability. The failure in October 2024 due to structural tyre tears and worn front brakes indicates a critical point where safety components were neglected until they failed inspection, suggesting the owner only addresses faults once they result in an MOT failure. At 118,073 miles, this 18-year-old Subaru has averaged approximately 6,560 miles per year, which is consistent with low-use patterns. The record shows consistent annual testing, with mileage increments of roughly 3,500 to 7,500 miles between tests from 2022 to 2025. However, the low mileage has not prevented the onset of age-related degradation, specifically regarding the corrosion of brake lines and suspension components which appear across multiple years despite the relatively low distance driven. A buyer must scrutinise the suspension and braking systems, as wishbone arm bushes have been flagged as worn since 2022 without clear evidence of being replaced. The recurring corrosion on the front and rear brake pipes, noted in 2022 and 2023, requires a thorough physical inspection to ensure lines are not thinning dangerously. Furthermore, the persistent presence of a distorted nearside rear road wheel since 2022 suggests a history of impact that could be causing ongoing vibrations or uneven tyre wear. The engine oil leak reported in 2022 should also be monitored to ensure it has not escalated into a more significant failure.