2005 Subaru Legacy 2.0L Petrol · RJ55 DHX

The most recent MOT on 2026-03-27 shows a mixed outcome, with both a passed and failed result recorded for the same mileage (96,129 miles). The passed test noted thin offside front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) and worn anti-roll bar linkage bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i)), while the failed test listed additional issues: non-working nearside front position lamps (4.2.1 (a) (ii)), inoperative nearside rear registration plate lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii)), and repeated anti-roll bar bush wear. These findings suggest ongoing maintenance needs, particularly with lighting systems and suspension components. Recurring issues include registration plate lamp failures (noted in 2024 and 2026) and brake pad wear (visible in 2026 and previously in 2024). The anti-roll bar linkage bushes were flagged in both 2026 tests, though described as “worn but not resulting in excessive movement.” These patterns indicate potential neglect or repeated wear in specific areas, though no major safety risks were recorded in the 2023 or 2024 passed tests. The vehicle’s mileage of 96,129 miles over 21 years equates to roughly 4,578 miles annually—a low figure for its age. This could imply infrequent use or prolonged periods of inactivity, which may lead to issues like fluid degradation, electrical faults, or corrosion. However, the absence of major defects in the 2023 and 2024 MOTs suggests the vehicle’s condition has been stable in earlier years. The recent focus on lighting and brake components does not yet indicate a worsening trend, but repeated issues with the same systems warrant closer scrutiny. The low mileage raises questions about the vehicle’s usage history.