2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5L Petrol · GK10 WDJ

The Subaru Legacy presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 3 May 2025 at 142,366 miles with zero defects recorded. This is a significant improvement over the 2024 test on 4 May at 125,174 miles, where the tester flagged all underbody and components as corroded. The absence of any defects in 2025 suggests that either remedial work was carried out to address the corrosion or the vehicle was kept in far drier conditions following the advisory. The overall trajectory from the 2024 corrosion flag to a fully clean 2025 result indicates a resolving trend rather than a worsening one. The mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 8,898 miles per year. Between the 2024 and 2025 tests, the car covered 17,192 miles in just under twelve months, which is notably higher than the annual average and suggests a period of heavier use or long-distance driving. Prior to that, the intervals were more subdued, with only 2,743 miles added between February 2022 and April 2023, and 16,270 miles between February 2021 and February 2022. The record is clean and complete with no gaps, giving confidence that the mileage is genuine and the vehicle has been tested annually without interruption. Despite the clean 2025 result, the 2024 corrosion flag demands attention. A buyer should inspect the underbody, subframes, sills, and suspension mounting points in person, looking for any signs of surface rust recurrence or structural deterioration that may have been treated cosmetically rather than mechanically. The rear brake calipers and handbrake mechanisms on this generation Subaru are known to seize and bind, so a thorough road test under braking is essential to confirm no drag or uneven braking effort exists. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar links should be checked for wear, particularly given the 142,366 miles on the clock. Even with a clean MOT, consumable components at this age and mileage are likely approaching the end of their service life. A pre-purchase inspection focusing on structural integrity beneath the car will provide the clearest picture of whether the 2025 clean sheet reflects genuine mechanical soundness or simply a temporary reprieve.