2009 Subaru Legacy 2.5L Petrol · BV59 KFG

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status having passed its most recent MOT in September 2025 at 174,286 miles with no recorded defects. This follows a period of reactive maintenance following a failure in September 2024. While the current certificate is clean, the history reveals a long-term trend of addressing component wear rather than preventative replacement, suggesting the owner has historically addressed faults only when they reached failure thresholds or appeared as advisories. At 174,286 miles over 17 years, the Subaru Legacy has averaged approximately 10,252 miles per year. This usage pattern is consistent with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 8,600 miles covered between August 2023 and September 2024, and another 5,780 miles leading into the 2025 test. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to long periods of stationary storage which often accelerates degradation of rubber components and braking systems. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry, as the front lower suspension arm bushes were flagged as worn or deteriorating in every consecutive test from 2022 through 2024. Although these passed the 2025 test, the recurring nature of the fault indicates the components are nearing end or have not been fully replaced. The 2023 record also noted corrosion on both rear coil springs, which warrants a close check for structural rust around the arches and mounting points to ensure the corrosion has not progressed. The September 2024 failure highlights a lapse in basic consumable maintenance, involving thin pads, pitted discs, and a tyre with exposed cords. While these items were seemingly rectified, the buyer should verify the current state of the brakes and tyres. Given the high mileage, an inspection should also consider the drivetrain for signs of oil leaks or bearing wear, which are common in high-mileage Subarus of this era. The lack of structural failures in the most recent test is a positive indicator, but the history of suspension wear remains the primary concern for long-term reliability.