2009 Subaru Legacy 2.5L Petrol · VO59 BNV

The Subaru Legacy presents a stable but ageing mechanical picture. The most recent test on 1 April 2026 at 113,103 miles resulted in a pass, yet the advisory list reveals a vehicle requiring consistent monitoring rather than neglect. Front brake discs are worn, pitted, and scored, with pads wearing thin on both axles, while rear discs and pads mirror this condition. Both front lower suspension arm rear bushes remain worn, a recurring theme across multiple years. A nearside front tyre sidewall cut and a nail in the nearside rear tyre are immediate concerns, compounded by grease leaking from both front inner CV boot outer clips. The driver's view item removed prior to test suggests cosmetic preparation rather than mechanical care. Overall, the maintenance trend is stable but shows no meaningful improvement in resolving known wear points. The mileage accumulation of roughly 6,653 miles per year over 17 years is typical for a vehicle of this age and type. The record shows consistent annual testing with no significant gaps, indicating regular use rather than long-term storage. Mileage progression from 90,536 in March 2022 to 113,103 in April 2026 demonstrates steady, moderate use. This pattern suggests consumable wear items like brake pads, discs, and tyres have been replaced at reasonable intervals, though the persistence of certain advisories implies some repairs were deferred or managed rather than fully resolved. The front lower suspension arm rear bushes have appeared as worn in every test from March 2022 through April 2026, spanning 22,567 miles without remedial work. This indicates either a tolerance of minor play or a cost-conscious approach to suspension maintenance. Buyers should physically inspect these bushes for deterioration and check the anti-roll bar linkage, which showed slight play in the March 2023 test at 96,051 miles. Front inner CV boots have leaked grease since at least March 2024, when they were noted as severely deteriorated. A thorough inspection of the CV joints for play or clicking under load is essential, as prolonged grease loss accelerates wear. Brake condition warrants close attention. Front discs have been flagged as worn, pitted, or scored in three consecutive tests, and pad wear advisories appear annually. The April 2026 test noted both front and rear pads wearing thin simultaneously, suggesting a vehicle driven with reduced braking efficiency between tests. A buyer should measure disc thickness and remaining pad material, then assess whether the braking system has been properly serviced or merely passed with advisories. The nearside front tyre cut and nail puncture in the rear tyre at the most recent test indicate minor neglect in pre-test preparation, but also raise questions about tyre condition monitoring between annual inspections.