2008 Subaru Legacy 2.0L Petrol · BD08 BCY

This 2008 Subaru Legacy presents a concerning history of progressive structural degradation. While the vehicle successfully passed its most recent MOT on 17 May 2025 at 139,845 miles, this followed a significant failure just two weeks prior. The May 2025 failure revealed critical structural corrosion in the nearside rear suspension mounting and offside rear body structure, which significantly reduced assembly rigidity. Although the 2025 pass indicates these specific structural failures were repaired or addressed, the presence of widespread corrosion across the subframe and suspension arms suggests a vehicle battling advanced environmental decay. The vehicle has covered 139,845 miles over 18 years, averaging approximately 7,770 miles per year. This usage profile is typical for a car of this age, yet the record shows that low mileage has not prevented significant mechanical decline. There is a clear shift from a clean record in April 2023 at 130,629 miles to a series of increasingly severe structural defects in 2024 and 2025. The interval between the tests shows consistent annual testing, but the severity of the issues related to rust has accelerated rapidly in the last twenty-four months. Mechanical attention is required for the entire undercarriage and braking system. The record consistently flags corroded brake pipes across all four corners, which are often covered in grease, potentially masking the true extent of the decay. Furthermore, the 2025 test noted play in multiple suspension arm ball joints and worn anti-roll bar bushes and linkages, alongside a slightly worn offside rear wheel bearing. Given the history of heavy weld repairs and structural failures in the sills and chassis, a buyer must inspect for deep rust penetration in the chassis rails and mounting points to ensure the structural integrity of the vehicle remains sound.