The road tax status for VN05 DFY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VN05 DFY?

The MOT for VN05 DFY is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of VN05 DFY?

The recorded mileage for VN05 DFY is 92,234 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VN05 DFY ULEZ compliant?

No, VN05 DFY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2005 Subaru Legacy 2.0L Petrol · VN05 DFY

VN05 DFY

2005 Subaru Legacy (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29/04/2005. Recorded mileage 92,234 miles. MOT valid until 13/10/2026.

Make & Model: SUBARU LEGACY
Year / Origin: 2005 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 13/10/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 92,234 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 92,234 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 1994cc

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VN05 DFY Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
92,234 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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VN05 DFY Mileage History

15/10/202288,098 mi
09/10/202389,516 mi+1,418 mi
10/10/202389,518 mi+2 mi
11/10/202490,875 mi+1,357 mi
15/10/202592,234 mi+1,359 mi

Average of roughly 1,378 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VN05 DFY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 21:24

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Subaru Legacy (VN05 DFY) between October 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside o/s/f brake binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.

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